Articles - Nature en-us http://www.articlempire.com N/A http://www.articlempire.com info@articlempire.com 20 http://www.articlempire.com/articles/38355/1/Baby-Boomers-are-Living-Off-The-Grid-Using-Alternative-Energy-and-Building-Strawbale-Houses/Baby-Boomers-are-Living-Off-The-Grid-Using-Alternative-Energy-and-Building-Strawbale-Houses.html There is a lot to be said for the new crop of environmental-friendly, retiring Baby Boomers that are refusing the canned retirement solutions that are out there aplenty. Many have had to live in the cities that created their employment...complete with smog and crime. Years have gone by, the kids have been protected as much as possible in gated communities and the day has finally dawned when it's time to take a look at "what's next. publisher@momresponds.com (Luise Volta) Thu, 31 Aug 2006 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlempire.com/articles/37395/1/A-Life-Threatening-Environment/A-Life-Threatening-Environment.html Environment is a very broad subject, and something during my life, I have always been at least aware of what is going on around me . Just over the past year though, one topic really got my attention in todays environment, things are in fact physically changing on a global basis, that will affect everyone in some way. I know you have heard this, and it is standard stuff, but on the contrary, it is happening right now, and this my friends is Global Warming. reed_langdon@yahoo.com (Reed Langdon) Tue, 29 Aug 2006 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlempire.com/articles/32569/1/Dian-Fosseys-Forgotten-Gorilla-Orphans/Dian-Fosseys-Forgotten-Gorilla-Orphans.html Older readers may recall seeing a photo of Dian with two young gorillas on the cover of the January 1970 issue of the National Geographic magazine. Few know what became of the youngsters. This is their story. It is February 1969. Dian Fossey has just rescued a young male gorilla from a corrupt park conservator in the Virungas who paid the notorious poacher Munyarukiko to acquire a young mountain gorilla for the Cologne Zoo. gorillas@cedarcottage.com (Georgianne Nienaber) Fri, 21 Jul 2006 00:00:00 -0400 http://www.articlempire.com/articles/21191/1/Create-And-Enjoy-A-Hummingbird-Paradise/Create-And-Enjoy-A-Hummingbird-Paradise.html The North American continent is known for its hummingbirds. Whether it's the ruby-throated hummingbird found in the eastern portion of the continent or the 10 or so species found in the west, hummingbirds are a treat just about everyone in North America can be assured of seeing at some point in their lifetimes. For those who want to make a serious hobby out of watching these little fliers, hummingbird feeders are key. promote@dollarstoyou.com (Ben Franklin) Sat, 04 Mar 2006 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlempire.com/articles/20361/1/Floribunda-Roses---All-You-Need-To-Know/Floribunda-Roses---All-You-Need-To-Know.html Floribunda roses are some of the most amazing out there because of the large, dense amounts of buds that are produced. These roses will have simultaneously occurring blooms in each truss. They are less perfect looking roses but are so dense in their production that they can truly make a statement in virtually any landscape especially when planted together. webprofits4u2@gmail.com (Mike Singh) Sat, 04 Mar 2006 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlempire.com/articles/20075/1/Rose-Diseases---All-You-Need-To-Know/Rose-Diseases---All-You-Need-To-Know.html Roses are beautiful plants that many people enjoy growing in their gardens. But, there are some very common types of diseases that face roses no matter what type they are and no matter where they are grown. Identifying these diseases is essential. And, it is also important to do whatever is possible to prevent them from attacking and virtually killing the roses. webprofits4u2@gmail.com (Mike Singh) Sat, 04 Mar 2006 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlempire.com/articles/18071/1/A-Heartfelt-Natural-Way-To-Lift-Our-Spirits/A-Heartfelt-Natural-Way-To-Lift-Our-Spirits.html Flowers are a heartfelt, natural way to lift our spirits. They can provide a smile for a tired face or even brighten a room for a convalescent. Just imagine your favorite flower. Are you smiling yet? You are definitely in a better mood. There isn't a doubt that beautiful surroundings provide us with a favorite environment that helps us thrive. lazytrader7@yahoo.com (frank vanderlugt) Sat, 04 Mar 2006 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlempire.com/articles/17608/1/Great-Ocean-Conveyor-to-Circulate-Water-of-the-World/Great-Ocean-Conveyor-to-Circulate-Water-of-the-World.html Although it may not seem like it at times, the ocean is constantly in motion both above and below the water. Underneath the surface of the water there are currents and waves that are caused by the winds on the surface of the sea. The earth's gravity also has a say in the swell and the tide of the ocean as it pulls it back and forth in a grand lunar dance. seb_coquisart@hotmail.com (James Hunt) Sat, 04 Mar 2006 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlempire.com/articles/16278/1/Enjoying-the-Beauty-of-the-Spring-Season/Enjoying-the-Beauty-of-the-Spring-Season.html The spring of the year is a favorite season for many people, and it is certainly easy to understand why this is so. The spring is when the earth comes back to life after a long cold winter, and it is in the spring when the first flowers begin to bloom and the green world begins to return after its winter slumber. The power of spring and its regenerative effects are evidenced by the fact that every major religion includes a major holiday in the spring season. articles@A3TECK.COM (Mike Freemen) Sat, 04 Mar 2006 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articlempire.com/articles/13624/1/About-the-Hoodia-Plant/About-the-Hoodia-Plant.html Hoodia is a genus in the plant family Apocynaceae, in the part of the family previously treated as a separate family Asclepiadaceae. They are stem succulents that can reach up to 1 m high and present exuberant flowers, often with flesh colour and strong smell. Hoodias are protected plants, typical of the Namib Desert, ranging from Central Namibia to southern Angola, especially in plains and rocky areas. ucancontactmetoday@yahoo.com (Harry Rockwell) Sat, 04 Mar 2006 00:00:00 -0500