Barb Jensen
I live in upstate New York. I have a variety of interests. I work as a freelance writer and proofreader. I have written a young adult novel,"A Horse Named Summertime." You can read sample pages of my novel at www.jensenbooks.com
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Interesting Facts About BeaversIt can be said beavers helped in the exploration of North America.
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Review of "Saratoga Days"I found a book of a different color about Saratoga Springs, NY, "Saratoga Days" by Sean Clancy. Mr. Clancy is a steeplechase jockey turned writer.
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The First Moon LandingHave you ever looked at a full moon on a clear night and thought you could see a face? If you have and you found the left eye, you're looking at...
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Interesting Facts About GroundhogsA ground hog's burrow is muti-purposed. They provide shelter from the elements, protection from
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Porcupines: Also Known as Quill PigsWhen their 30,000 quills are flat they are covered by a
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Job Hunting Tips for TeensBefore you spend those paychecks, take a good hard look at what is involved in obtaining employment
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Manatees: Living MermaidsChristopher Columbus wrote in 1493, "Sighted three mermaids. They are not as beautiful as painted."
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Keeping Your Pet Safe This SummerWith summer now upon us, there are several things you must watch out for to keep your pet safe.
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How to Set Up a Ferret CageHaving a cage that meets your ferret's needs is very important to keep him safe and happy.
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How to Grow Grass in the ShadeToo much shade can harm your lawn. But there are things you can do to help your lawn grow in the shade.
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How Often Should You Mow Your Lawn?There are certain things you should know about mowing your lawn to keep it looking lush and green. They are...
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How to Rid Your Lawn of ThatchAre you getting maximum benefits from watering and fertilizing your lawn?
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Four Inorganic MulchesOrganic mulches break down rather quickly and need to be replaced. If you don't want to replace your mulch try inorganic mulches. Some inorganic mulches are...
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What You Need to Maintain Your AquariumThere is certain equipment you will need to achieve an aquarium that will meet your tropical fish needs.
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Which Cat Litter is Best for Your Cat?The first commercial cat litter came on the market in 1947 and was called
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How to Grow TomatoesBuy tomato seedlings that are in four inch pots. Look to see if
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How to Grow PeppersPepper plants can be started by seed or seedlings can be bought in a garden center.
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Is the Collie a Dog for You?Collies are devoted family dogs, good with kids, and good watch dogs.
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How to Grow CucumbersCucumber seeds can be planted directly into the soil, started inside, or seedlings
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Is a Rottweiler the Dog for You?If you are considering getting a Rottweiler, give serious consideration to the breed characteristics before doing so
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New CPR Technique AnnouncedThe American Heart Association has now approved a new technique for giving CPR. -
April is Sjogren's Syndrome Awareness MonthYou are probably thnking what the heck is Sjogren's syndrome. Well, it's an
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What is Ischemic Colitis?Simply put, ischemic colitis is a decrease in blood flow to the colon. Vessel constriciton, low blood pressure, and clots
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Education During the Great DepressionDuring the Great Depression people couldn't pay their property taxes so school districts were lacking
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The Christmas TreeThe Christmas tree stands in the corner of the room, straight and tall
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Victor Sen Yung: Hop Sing on "Bonanza"Victor Sen Young went by many other names
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Taking Your Iguana OutdoorsIf you have proper accommodations outside it can provide
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Facts About the Great Pyrenees DogHis long, heavy coat, along with an iron collar, protected him when he fought...
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The Oregon Trail: A Long, Hard JourneyThe wagon trains traveling the Oregon Trail ranged in size from ten wagons to
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Snowblowers: Which One is Right for You?The more expensive models have some nice options like
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Maine Coon Cats: A Different Type of CatOne myth says domestic cats gone wild bred with raccoons to produce the Maine Coon cat this is of course
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Tips for Choosing an IguanaMany iguanas die within the first year because of lack of knowledge of first time owners
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Dan Blocker: Hoss on BonanzaDan Blocker had many jobs, but he is best known for his role as Hoss on Bonanza.
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Living History by Hillary Rodham ClintonWith all the hoopla going on about the upcoming presidental election and Ms. Clinton being a front leader I decided to read this book. I was very
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Chicory: A Versatile, Useful WeedThe leaves of the chicory plant are very similar to dandelions and can be used
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Biography of Boxer Joe Louis: Nicknamed the Brown BomberBefore his second fight with Max Schmeling, Joe Louis said, "This isn't just one man against another. It is the good old USA versus Germany."
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Jay Silverheels: Tonto from the Hit Television Show The Lone RangerSilverheels appeared in many movies with big name stars before landing the role of Tonto on "The Lone Ranger."
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Clayton Moore: The Lone RangerClayton Moore, best known for playing The Lone Ranger on the hit television series by the same name, was born in Chicago, Illinois, September 14, 1914. His given name was Jack Carlton Moore.
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Ball Pythons and Health ConcernsThe keys to keeping your snake healthy are good hygiene and optimum housing conditions. Listed below are a few of the more common ball python snake illnesses.
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Michael Landon: Actor, Writer, Producer, DirectorMichael Landon was a multi-talented person acting, writing, producing, and directing several hit television series.
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Queen Anne's Lace: More Than Just a WeedQueen Anne's Lace is found all over the United States and goes by many different names: Wild Carrot, Birds Nest Weed, Devils Plague, Fools Parsley, and Lace Flower. You have probably seen it growing by the roadside. -
Pernell Roberts: T.V., Movie, and Stage ActorPernell Roberts is probably best known for playing the eldest son, Adam, on "Bonanza" but he also had many other roles on the big screen and on stage.
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The Life and Times of Jackson Pollock: Expressionist ArtistJackson Pollock has been quoted as saying, "I continue to get further away from the usual painter's tools such as easels, palettes, brushes. I prefer
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Block Island, Off the Coast of Rhode Island, is the Bermuda of the NorthBlock Island is a year-round vacation land about twelve miles off the coast of Rhode Island. About eight hundred residents live there year round. The island is accessible by ferry, boat, or plane.
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Interesting Facts About Canada GeeseCanada geese are large majestic birds. This water bird, weighing up to twenty-four pounds and twenty-two to forty-eight inches in length, is probably the most populated water bird in North America. -
My Visit to The Vietnam Veterans MemorialThe Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington D.C. is an unforgettable sight. Even though I don't know anyone who is listed on The Wall, as it's more commonly called
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Interesting Facts About the Green IguanaIguana are diurnal lizards which means they are
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Baseball Hall of Famer Phil "Scooter" Rizzuto Dies at Age 89Baseball Hall of Famer Phil "Scooter" Rizzuto passed
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The Lincoln MemorialOf all the memorials in Washington D.C., the Lincoln Memorial, located at the west end of the National Mall, near the reflecting pool, is one of the most visited.
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Setting Up a Cage for Your Ball PythonThere are certain things you must have in a snake's cage
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Doggie Diet Pills Now AvailableWhile Americans are getting fatter and some dangerously obese, so are their dogs. The cause of this increased weight problem is the same for both people and dogs: too much food and not enough exercise.
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Labor Day: A Different Kind of Holiday"Labor Day differs in every essential way from the holidays of the year in any country," said Samuel Gompers,
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The Shedding Process of SnakesShedding, also known as molting or ecdysis, is a regular event all snakes go through. Shedding allows
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Acupuncture: It Really Doesn't HurtYou may have seen photos people with needles stuck in them and thought ouch!
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Aromatherapy: Using Your Nose to Improve Your HealthAromatherapy can calm you down, raise your spirits, or lower your blood pressure
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Guide for Pet Owners: How to Rid Your Cat of HairballsDoes your cat have that gut retching kitty cough and then leave a present for you?
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Alli: The New Over-the-Counter Diet DrugAlli becomes the first over-the-counter diet drug to gain FDA approval.
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Review of Ear Acupuncture: AuriculotherapyEar acupuncture is used mostly to cure addictions: drug, tobacco, alcohol; and overeating.
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Guide For Snake Lovers: Feeding Your Ball PythonSnakes have a slow metabolism and only need to be feed once a week.