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Video: The Wonderful World of Squirrels

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If you live in an area that’s populated with a few trees you probably see squirrels scampering around on a daily basis. These adorable little creatures are fascinating to watch as they go about their daily lives.

I’m particularly fond of them because there are several of them living in the trees in both my front and back yards and it’s quite common to see one or more of them when I look out one of my windows.  [Read more…]

“Choices”

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“I’ve had choices, since the day that I was born.”  –George Jones (via the song “Choices”)

That line from that song has always resonated with me, because it’s so true.

Our Creator gave each and every one of us the ability to think for ourselves and make our own choices as we live out our lives here on planet Earth. Of course He also gave us the ultimate guidebook to consult as we evaluate the range of choices before us, but we are still completely free to ultimately make our own choices as we see fit.  [Read more…]

Did you know every snake in Tasmania is venomous?

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If you’re ever visiting the Australian island of Tasmania and see a snake in the wild, you won’t have to wonder whether it’s venomous or not, because it definitely is.

According to the Tasmania Department of Natural Resources and Environment, the island only has three species of land snakes:  [Read more…]

Video: Cute little pigs doing funny things

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If you didn’t grow up in a rural area you might not be aware of just how intelligent pigs are, but those of us who did know it quite well.

These creatures are best known for being the source of bacon and ham, but they are actually amazing animals with rather impressive problem solving skills. And at times they can be just downright funny.  [Read more…]

Why is the U.S. Capitol located on the east coast?

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Have you ever wondered why the U.S. capitol is located on the east coast instead of somewhere near the middle of the country?

Well, there’s actually a very good reason, and you can probably guess what it is…

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