I know it may not be exciting to any of you, but I had to tell someone. This will be the last anatomy test I ever take, at least when it comes to humans and not dinosaurs.

I learned alot about myself when I took this course at Daytona State. Of course, my professor Dr. Lovell was determined to make me love and appreciate the Physiology of the human body, and I think after a year of test anxiety I think I actually did enjoy it.

Alot of this had to do with Dr. Lovell at Daytona State College. I think when it comes to Anatomy professors at Daytona State, students have some mixed opinions . Although, I was personally thrilled that I was able to take Dr. Lovell's class for two semesters at Daytona State.

Dr. Lovell will push you beyond your limits, however his purpose is to shape your mind and keep you interested and on your toes. Anatomy is not for the weak, it's where the weak get weeded out.

If you are looking into Medical school and you want a taste of what it's going to be like, I would suggest taking Dr. Lovell at Daytona State College. No one ever said it was going to be easy in the medical field, so if you want to learn, take this man.

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Kate Smedley is one of those individuals that can evoke the spirit with the use of blissful words and deep, meaningful verse.

Not only had Kate yet to be discovered by the public, but those that seek eternal life in the word painting of a canvas are missing the joy and pleasure of reading Kate's work.

And so I present to you a master of the pen and my personal Triond friend, Kate Smedley.

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The derivation of the word church has been much debated. For the purpose of this article, it will be defined as any building which was built for the primary purpose of Christian worship, for any recognized denomination of Christianity. In terms of floor area, these are the 10 largest church buildings today.

Milan Cathedral (Duomo di Milano) is often referred to as one of the greatest churches in the world. Its construction was started in 1386 and was only completed in 1965. The cathedral measures 157 m (515 ft) long and 92 m (302 ft) wide, sitting 40,000 people. It is the largest Gothic Cathedral in the world and one of the most famous buildings in Europe. Read More

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There are many mysteries surrounding the Antarctic, and things are getting interesting! Scientists are just beginning to explore some of its many secrets - secrets which may affect the future of our planet.

On 12th April 2009, The Independent ran a story – Hilary Clinton urges Tougher Controls on South Pole Tourists

It is a fact that Antarctic tourism is becoming increasing popular and although there have been incidents where boats have hit trouble in the icy, treacherous terrain, there is no indication however that tourism is in any way detrimental to the region – So, Read More

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Antarctica occupying a total area of about 14 million square kilometers, of which the mainland area of 12.39 million square kilometers and islands area of about 7.6 million square kilometers, 2.47 million meters long coastline. Approximately 1.582 million square kilometers of the Antarctica has a snow cover. Antarctica occupies 10% of the total land area of the earth, and its size is equivalent to one and a half of China. Read More

The face of horror. Auschwitz. SoBarren. Socold. Sohopeless. Just let me sleep forever.

Those who ignore the past are condemned to repeat it - George Santayana

Auschwitz stood as Nazi Germany's largest complex of death camps. Auschwitz I opened in May 1940: Auschwitz II (sometimes called Auschwitz-Birkenau) in March 1942; and Auschwitz III (sometimes called Auschwitz-Monowitz) in October 1942. The complex stood just outside the town Poland. Read More about Dark Corridors of Auschwitz

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The Ghent Altarpiece, also known as the Mystic Lamb, was completed in 1432 by Flemish Primitive Jan Van Eyck. The painting is surrounded by mysteries concerning, possibly, the Holy Blood(line) of Christ... This also is the reason why the panel of the Just Judges got stolen, the thiefs got killed and the Nazi's were very interested in the mystic masterpiece...

The Ghent Altarpiece, also known as the Adoration of the Mystic Lamb, completed in 1432 by the Van Eyck Brothers (Hubert & Jan), is a large and complex polyptych, originally made for the Joost Vyd Chapel in Saint Bavo Cathedral, Ghent, Belgium. In the eighties, for security reasons, it was removed to another chapel in the cathedral. The Mystic Lamb Continued

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Starting the last Tuesday in February, artisans from all over the world begin their eleven day schedule of ice sculpting at the BP World Ice Art Championships. Ice Alaska, a nonprofit group, hosts the competition.

The 2009 event hosted over 100 ice artists, from over 20 countries. This is a steady growth from the lone eight teams that attended in 1990. The exhibition ice sculptures stay open for public view until the fourth Sunday in March. Read More

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After a long and stressful week, I decided that I needed a break from the normal and a doze of crazy. So I pillaged the far corners of the Triond site Purple Slinky to see what the latest offbeat and nutty news was.

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Sometimes it’s better to exaggerate your qualities a little bit when trying to find a mate. My favorite is the “face only a mother would love…great for dimly-lit romantic meals”. Hysterical! These ads were attached to a newspaper article about how the personal ads in the UK are much more honest than those in the US/Canada. I guess it’s taboo to lie in ads there? Maybe some of my more traveled readers could comment. by Paula Mitchell Bentley

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10 Offbeat, Bizarre and Wacky Facts

Whether its flicking through the pages of a magazine or surfing the net, it never fails to amaze me how often I discover a fact that raises my eyebrows, and makes me blurt out “I don’t believe it!” or “Well I never knew that!” Here are just ten of those offbeat, bizarre and wacky facts. Read More Wacky and Offbeat Facts ~

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15 Weird Fortune Cookie Sayings

Fortune cookies may be revealing or mysterious. Sometimes they are light and whimsical. Other times they can be downright weird. Here are fifteen fortune cookies on the weird side. Read more about weird fortune cookie sayings. by Steven West

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Take Me Down to the Bojack City Where the Grass is Green and the Girls are Pretty

Bo Jack City is a beautiful city on Bo Jack Mountain, located in the Bo Jack Islands in the far reaches of the Bo Jack Sea. This is the reason the S.S. Bo Jack Express was created to transport Bo Jack’s fine lines of products. Not all Bo Jack products are made on the Bo Jack Islands, but some are. Read More about Green Grass and Bo Jack City~ Captain Bo Jack

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More Funny Things

Billboards, placards, products and posted notes that show we cannot help but be funny most of the time. More Funny Things by thestickman

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After writing for Triond for over 8 months now, I have come into contact with so many amazing and talented writers. Not only do these individuals keep their arms wide open to newer minds and developing writers, but they possess such a talent for entertaining and educational writing that you just can't help but admire them.

That's why I wanted to introduce to you RJ Evans, a seasoned writer who's writing surpasses your greatest expectations.

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How to Pass Your Exams Without Killing People
Exams can be traumatic. They can sometimes lead to strange homicidal urges. No, really. Here are 10 tips on how to avoid killing those around you while you prepare for those examinations. You may not pass the exams but at least it may mean that the chair on which you sit in the future is not of the electric variety.

Flash From the Past: Online Animation of Yesteryear
Flash animation has come a long way in a short period of time. However, it would be a shame to forgot that which came before. Here are ten "old" flash movies that you may remember. Let's take a walk down memory lane.

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At times in history when they were not expected to excel but to know their place in society, these African-American women became the first to achieve a variety of things. Some of these achievements we may take for granted these days but others are still astonishing. Take a look at these remarkable women.

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Just recently, I was remembering how fun it was to go salsa dancing with my friends. Dancing for me was a way to let down my guard and it was a chance for me to display my trendy footwear when I was dancing under the spotlights. However, when I noticed that I couldn’t find my favorite pair of shoes that I purchased from Zappos after I moved this week, I had to go on the search to find the perfect pair of shoes to keep me dancing all night long.

I found a black pair of Capezio Julia Latin 2.5” heals that was absolutely perfect for the occasion. Not only did they fit perfectly, but I got so many compliments on them I went back to Zappos to get a second pair.

A professional dancer knows how important the correct dance shoe is for success on the dance floor during a casual night on the town or a competition. One wrong move can send you sailing in the wrong direction.

So whether you love slow dancing with that special someone, modern dance and jazz, or lightening fast Latin and ballet, Zappo’s has got the avid dancer covered.

The hype and the history.

The New Year dawned with laughter and hope. It came at the stroke of midnight with pretty dresses and golden champagne glasses, resolutions and joyous kisses.

Three years left.

That is according to the Mayan calendar which began on 3114-Aug 13 with the birth of Venus. This ancient civilization believes the end of the world will occur during the winter solstice of 2012, on or around December 21st.

The life of the Maya, an ancient civilization that were inhabitants of an area that is now Mexico, Guatemala, Belize, El Salvador and Read More

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Standing on the mountain high above the placid waters of Dead Man’s Cove, Billy Two Feathers slowly scanned the far shore. His weather beaten face as aged as the ancient granite walls that surrounded the village below, was void of any emotion when he turned to my mother and spoke his words to her.

I remember well one such occasion and because of the events that took place, Billy Two Feathers and I had a huge falling out. The lack of communications between the two of us caused both of us to have a parting of the ways. My mule hardheadedness kicked in and I decided that there was no way I would listen to the elders or my friend and mentor, Billy Two Feathers ever again. Read More

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Chrétien de Troyes composed his famous epic poem Perceval, le Conte du Graal (Perceval, the Story of the Grail) between 1181 and 1191 for his patron Philip of Alsace, Count of Flanders. He wrote only 9,000 lines; when he died, he left us with an unfinished masterpiece and a handful of historical mysteries.

The Story of the Grail was the earliest account of the Quest for the Holy Grail, telling us about Perceval who was raised by his mother in a Welsh forest. When the boy encounters some knights, he realizes he wants to be one. He travels to the court of King Arthur and in his knight's armour, he sets out for adventure. Read More

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Every so often I will find myself on the Gomestic side of the internet looking for a do it yourself project or home remedy to ward of bugs in the backyard.

Gomestic is a site that has some pretty ridiculous cures and projects, but I am telling you I have tried most of them, and they work. If I had more time to spend in the backyard cooking up elixirs and brews, I would be saving alot more money than I am right now.

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Anthropologically speaking, the concept of souls lingering on this plane after the body dies is widespread in almost every culture. These may be benign or malignant, the latter often seen as starving or jealous of the living.

Poltergeists (“noisy spirits”) are said to make noise, move objects and appear as apparitions. These apparitions generally resemble humans, but are transparent and sometimes able to move through walls/objects. Ghosts may also represent the souls of people who have died in a sudden or tragic way and are unable to move onto the next life because of unresolved issues or a desire Continued Explanations for Paranormal Phenomena

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As our society gradually becomes more accepting of different types of people, we should also learn to accept people who have fetishes. I’m referring to people that pose no threat to society, but are classified as outcasts due to their actions being deemed as weird or abnormal.

There are many definitions for the word “fetish.” Put simply, it can be described as “liking something that people would normally consider weird.” You see, in today’s society, there’s a general basis for what’s considered normal and what isn’t. For example, if you’re 18 years old and you don’t have a job, the general perception by the public is that you’re lazy. This may not be the case. For all they know, you’ve sent in your resume to 20 companies and are still awaiting responses from Follow the link to read more about Defining and Explaining Fetishes

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Good Morning to all. Another Day in the delightful dropping neighborhood. You may have noticed that I haven't been dropping that much and I'll tell you why.

I believe the relationships that we make by visiting and commenting on each others blogs will make our blogging experience much more enriching and helpful.

All of us spend so much time dropping that we have little or no time at all to spend on more important duties like school or actually taking the time to build traffic by building relationships and enjoying each others talents.

An so, after that gentle rant, I would like to recognize my Top Droppers for the month of March and I promise you this. I will be reading and commenting more.

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