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Engineering is a complex practice area because many of the branches overlap or blend with each other. Residential engineering is a good example of these blurred boundaries because it is a very complex task and involves a variety of areas of knowledge, practical skills, and sensitivity to client needs to be done successfully. Start with …
St. Marys, Georgia – Home to the first pecan trees in the US
St. Marys, GA is the second oldest community in the continental US. The oldest is in Arizona. In 1562, Jean Ribault, a French Huguenot, sailed up the St Mary’s River. A Spanish mission was established, but nothing remains of the initial establishment. The area was permanently resettled around 1765. Timucuan Indians, many of them over …
Make your cultural visit to Barbados count
Barbados draws its influences from British and West African cultures, making for a hodgepodge of cultural diversity that makes for an interesting getaway destination. Adding a cultural theme to your vacation is never a bad thing, and staying at one of Barbados’ charming boutique hotels will give you the best of both worlds, not to …
The dangers of Belize
I received a rude awakening upon my arrival in Central America. The journey from Mérida in Mexico to the border city of Chetumal had promised tropical jungle, sun, white sand beaches and sunny blue skies. By contrast, the border crossing into Belize was a militarized zone of barbed wire, crudely assembled shacks, and trash piled …
Biodiversity: the natural environment saves lives and livelihoods
Biodiversity is in full swing these days. 2010 was the International Year of Biodiversity. The commitment to substantially reduce rates of biodiversity loss by 2010 was incorporated into the United Nations (UN) Millennium Development Goals in 2005. Biodiversity refers to the variety of genes, species, and ecosystems that make up life on Earth. It provides …
Travel and move around the island of Grand Cayman
Outside of the Cayman Islands, which include Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac, and Little Cayman, Grand Cayman is the largest of the three islands. The island is made entirely of limestone reefs and is approximately 22 miles long with an average width of four miles. Located just south of Cuba and Miami and northwest of Jamaica, …
Athens, Greece: things to do, places to see and how to get around
Athens, Greece is a stunningly beautiful city full of history and culture. Tourists flock to Athens throughout the year, due to the myriad of tourist attractions to see and experiences to be had in this ancient city. Athens is hot and dry throughout the year, although it tends to be cooler in winter, which means …
New York, New York – Without a doubt, a Helluva city!
New York City is said to have a certain unusual quality. New York can devastate an individual or elevate their game level, desire or purpose in an exciting way. As they say, if you can get there, you can get anywhere… or you can walk away with your tail between your legs. As a native …
Learn Japanese – Travel to Japan Part 1
Learn Japanese effortlessly! You know that you attract more bees with honey. That is, you will get what you want by being courteous to people. Just think about the last time you flew on a plane. The attendant did not instruct him to fasten his seat belt. Instead, I bet he said, “Please fasten your …
Stuck in a dead end relationship due to herpes?
There is nothing more frustrating than feeling trapped in a dead end relationship. Maybe you’re doing it for the kids, or maybe you’re staying because you’re comfortable with your partner. Those are typical reasons for most people, but you, well, aren’t “most people.” Your situation is completely different. You are stuck in your dead relationship …