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Waking Up to Basal Cell Cancer: My Personal Voyage
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Take Gorgeous Sunsets Using Your Smart Phone and Photo Shop!
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In Therapy for PTSD: My Personal Story and Journey, PART ONE
Following the loss of our home and extreme financial chaos, I developed PTSD. Post traumatic stress disorder is common to people who suffer danger and general trauma, and is most often associated with soldiers returning home from the front. In my...
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What Can I Do If a Loved One Commits Suicide?
Many years ago, an ordained Methodist Minister greeted his family with his usual reserve. They were gathered for a typical Midwestern breakfast on a bleak, snowy day. No one noticed anything unusual about his demeanor as he left the table and...
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Adult-Onset Measles: My Five Days In Intensive Care
I was told I was a blessed child, with no exposure to measles, mumps or chicken pox. I continually had severe colds and the usual influenzas. When I accepted a temporary hospital admitting position in a large County Facility, I never dreamed my life...
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The Tragic History of the Empire State Building
In 1945, the stately Empire State Building was treated to a horrifying shock. Out of the dense fog, a B-25 bomber crashed into its 79th and 80th floors, destroying the National Catholic Welfare Council, and killing 14 people. A year later another...
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What NOT to say When People Are Grieving
Do you know someone who is enduring a terrible loss? Have you been at loss for words, as the cliché goes--unable to intervene in any satisfactory manner? I have recently graduated from a Lutheran Grief Share Support Group, and I have found it...
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Starving Cancer Cells: New Research from Germany Looks Promising
The Ketogenic Diet may starve cancer cells and even prevent cancers from forming.
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Tired of Your Skin? How To Give Yourself a Facial At Home
Facials can be expensive, but what if you could add freshness and life to your tired skin for mere pennies? I have come up with several techniques that can add a healthy glow without using costly procedures. If you have a jar of cheap cold cream...
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My Day As An Arson Suspect: How I Survived a Canyon Fire
We started our day at a local El Polo Loco in Big Bear, California. My Husband and I were looking forward to a restful, relaxing day of hiking along the Pacific Crest Trail. After lunch I had an urge to visit an area called Van Dusen Canyon, which...
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My Secret Weapon Against Migraines: How Meclizine Spared Me From Agonies..
Throughout my college days at Ohio State University (Columbus), I was plagued by migraines. Often the aura of flashing light would precede it, making my bedtime dreary. I always knew there was a chance I would awaken to a pounding, pulsating agony...
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Why Sexual Abuse Survivors Find It Difficult to Forget: New Studies on How the Brain Stores Traumatic Memories
"I have this friend," a lady once said to me, "Who was sexually abused as a little boy, and tied down. He is bi-polar, depressed, and can't even wear a seat belt when he drives. Why can't he just forget all that negative stuff and move on with his...
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I Live Next Door to a Registered Sex Offender: My Personal Trauma
The house seemed bright with promise. Yellow, airy with a private garden in back, surrounded by the explosive, joyous cries of Acorn Woodpeckers. Best of all, it had a safe feeling to it, as it was near a Christian Retreat Camp. Peace seemed to...
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Turn Your Photos Into Digital Oil Paintings! A Gallery of Encouragement to all Photographers
I am not adept at technical teaching, nor do I pose as a professional by any means. I posted my gallery to encourage others to use some of the new features now available. There are many programs out there for photographers, but my personal favorite...
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A Photo Gallery of Autumn In Southern California
Autumn leaves in a rushing creek can suggest energy as well as color.. G. Loftus (garnetbird) By photographing this vibrant leaf against a background of wet grey stones, I was able to acheive some interesting contrast.. G. Loftus (Garnetbird) I...
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A Photo Gallery of Intrigue and Mystery: The World of the Window..
"Haunted Window..." G.Loftus (garnetbird) "Keeping Secrets..." G.Loftus (garnetbird) "Neglect..." G.Loftus (garnetbird) "Abandonedment..." G.Loftus (garnetbird) "Tainted..." G. Loftus (garnetbird) "House of misfortune.." G. Loftus (garnetbird) "Let...
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Photo Gallery of Inspiration: Look to Nature and Remember Your Dreams
Summer skies over Green Valley Lake, Ca. Gloloftus (garnetbird) title: Hope for the Wounded..Big Bear, Ca.(fire zone) Gloloftus (garnetbird) sky blossoms..Crestline, ca. Waterman Canyon. Gloloftus (garnetbird) Rainbow Twilight...Running Springs, Ca....
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Does Diabetes Have to be a Nightmare?
I call this photograph, "Panic..." G.Loftus (Garnetbird) abstract photo My symptoms started several years ago and gradually worsened. I would have vivid, disturbing dreams, often nightmares, which would awaken me in a state of hunger. Going...
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How I Lost 12 Pounds by Eating Oatmeal for Dinner
Looking to cut those last few pounds? Not sure how to do it? Tired of trying crazy diets that you can't keep up with? It might be time for something simple. I turned my late-night snack into a hot bowl of oatmeal and noticed the weight and overall health improvements.
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Puzzling New Venom Strain Found In Southern California Rattlers
An alarming new strain of super-toxic venom has been reported in California. Ordinarily this neurotoxic venom has only been associated with the Mojave Green rattlesnake, a snake usually found in desert and high desert terrain. According to Richard...
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A Mysterious Lake By a Miner's Grave: Photo Journey, Big Bear, California
I hope you enjoy these photos; all but one were taken by yours truly. Big Bear, California has a rich history in the Mining Tradition: tales, fables, murders and mayhem typical of this period in time. The Holcombe Valley has a series of wonderful...
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The Nightmare of Zetia: Side Effects and Damage Your Doctor May not Warn You About
Fish Oil capsules are a natural alternative when combined with a fat-reduced diet. Google images.com Flax seed oil is also highly recommended. Google images.com A bowl of oatmeal daily in place of a high-fat meal, is also a great way to lower...
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Lost Children of the Titanic: Michael and Edmond Navratil
At approximately 11:40 pm, on April 14, 1912, Mr. Navratil placed his sons in the last remaining life boat leaving the Titanic. Their names were Michael, age 4, and Edmond, who was only 2. Michael remembers his father expressing his love for them...
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Cyber Sex and Addiction
By Gloria Siess
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An Ancient Chinese Sex Scandal: Qin, the First Emperor
In 1974 a farmer in Western China uncovered what he felt to be a ghost: a clay figure of an Qin Warrior. Luckily, Archaeologists stepped in and with careful, precise work, unveiled an entire city beneath the earth. It was like no other discovery in...
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Sexual Harassment In a Military Academy Highschool
When Carly Morasch entered her Senior year at Leonardtown Junior Naval Academy in Maryland, she did not sign up for sexual abuse. She received it, anyway, in doses far and beyond what any adult could endure, let alone a 17 year-old girl. The...
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To Kill a King: The Sad Fate of Charles I of Britain
During the time of Stuart England and the British Civil Wars, a sad fate awaited their King, Charles I. Due to the intense desire of many nobelmen to restrict or abolish the Monarchy, they grouped together to try King Charles for Treason. On January...
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The Northern Flicker Bird: Creator of Homes for Other Animals
IIf while hiking, you disturb a ground-feeding woodpecker that vanishes in a flurry of auburn wings, you have met a Northern Flicker. Unlike other Woodpeckers, the Flicker primarily feeds on insects , using its powerful beak to stir up spiders,...
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White Cats: The Glamour and Enchantment!
I grew up with a matched pair of white Angoras. Their names were Frisky and Fluffy and they were adored. I have no photos of these dear pets in my album, but in honor of their enchanting, magical presence, I dedicate this Hub of Photos. {If...
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A Heroine Of the Holocaust: Irena Sendler
During the horrific days of the Holocaust, a woman by the name of Irena Sendler did something amazing. While millions of Jews--including children--were routinely taken away to death camps, Ms. Sendler risked her own life to hide them. As early as...
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Traumatic Child Abuse Causes Physical Brain Damage: An Alarming New Study
The hippocampus as shown in this Harvard Medical School diagram. Actual shrinkage of this vital area has been documented in the scans of incest survivors. It is estimated that childhood sexual abuse affects over 40 million people yearly, just in...
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The Dartmoor Pony of England
Dartmoor is a mysterious, brooding section of Devon,England, an area rich in folktales and lonely, dramatic storms. The Dartmoor ponies that roam freely there have been features of the landscape for centuries. it is a stocky, hearty breed and was...
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Adventures in Archaeology: Stonehenge, England: My Spring Journals
I was fortunate in 1980 to be included in an excavation at Stonehenge, England, in the Salisbury Plain. The photos were taken with an old Box Camera (I was a starving student!) but the images and haunting presence of the stones still comes through...
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The African Gaboon Viper: Longest Fangs On The Planet
This is a beautiful snake, with impressive coloration. it does NOT do well in captivity and should be left to the wilds. Note the shape of the head. Sample bite from a Gaboon Viper. If someone asked you what snake possesses the longest fangs in...
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The Mojave Green Rattlesnake: a Neurotoxic Venom
Snakes stay in the shade on hot days. This Mojave Green appears to be eating a rodent of some sort. Note olive tint. This one is brownish-beige-olive. Joshua Tree Wallpaper. Many Mojave Greens are sighted here. Courtesy of The Far Side by Gary...
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The Mysterious Night Snake
This Mexican Night Snake has very dark coloration as you can see. The Night Snake is a non-poisonous reptile which lives in the hot, dry Western States, Mexico, and in British Columbia, Canada. It can grow up to 20 inches in length(The...
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The San Diego Gopher Snake: a Photo Study
Note the lovely auburn-brown coloration. They are easily tamed and make docile pets. The snake we met on Mother's Day looked similar to this San Diego Gopher Snake. Don't be afraid or intimidated..it isn't a rattler! This is a an Diego Gopher...
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An Adult Great Basin Gopher Snake on the Pacific Crest Trail
While Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail at Cushenberry (Big Bear, California) my partner and I encountered an adult Great Basin Gopher Snake. It appeared to measure nearly 4' in length, with an impressive thick body. Like all snakes of this...
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Sedona's Castle and the Mystery of the Anasazi
The Sign at Montezuma's Castle, Sedona: a brief history/photo courtesy of C. Cartwright. The Castle itself/all Sedona photos courtesy of C. Cartwright. Many believe these were constructed by the ancient ANASAZI between 500 and 700 AD. This...
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An Ancient Crime Scandal: Who Killed Cleopatra's Sister?
For those of you who find Egyptian Politics fascinating, the story of Arsinoe will be especially intriguing, When the Father of Cleopatra died, it left three siblings competing for the throne. Many realize that her brother Ptolemy was poisoned--but...
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Oak Glen: the Heart of Apple Growing In Southern California
I took these photos April/2010-This is a lovely apple blossom on Riley's Ranch. The Shires were out, pulling the hay wagon and everyone was delighted to watch. This is the pond on Riley's Ranch. It has Woodland Ducks and Coots. The area around...
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A Baby Southern Pacific Rattler: Original Photos From Lake Silverwood, California
This is a juvenile (Baby) Southern Pacific Rattler. It measured about 11" and was very docile. I nearly stepped on it while I was hiking on April 26, 2010. It was so still I feared it was dead..but then it wiggled into a very good coil and rattle...
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The Amazing Fish-Owl: Discovered by Thomas Blakiston
The British Explorer and Businessman, Thomas Blakiston discovered a rare type of Owl while on his journeys. This Fish Owl, bubo blakistoni, was sighted in Japan, China and Russia, fishing in the manner associated with Eagles. It was first christened...
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The Intriguing Mexican Red-Knee Tarantula
My Mexican Red Knee, Scarlett, lived for 18 years in her aquarium. This is the last photo I took of her before she passed away. When fully alert, this is how she looked. Photo courtesy of Mahal.com The clay burrow where Scarlett hibernated and...
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The Bravery and Heartbreak of Tamar Hodel: Was Her Father the Black Dahlia Killer?
Tamar Hodel is the daughter of Dr. George Hodel, a major suspect in the horrific torture/murder of Elizabeth Short {"Black Dahlia"}. The Hodels lived in a Hollywood Home, designed to look like an Mayan Temple, with hidden passageways and secret...
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The Habitat of the RARE Arroyo Toad In California: A Photo Study
This plaque describes the plight of the Arroyo Toad in California.All hiking shots were taken by Your Truly, April 1st/2010. To access the Mill Creek Area, you must cross stones and logs. One of many stones you must traverse. Lush vegetation and...
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Honeybees And The Fight Against Terrorism
In the fight against terrorism, bees can detect the vapors from TNT, C-4 Plastic Explosives, and propellants. Their sense of smell rivals that of dogs, Researchers have discovered. Experiments conducted at Los Alamos National Lab indicate that the...
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No More Walks Along The Wharf: I'm Allergic To Fish
I adore salmon. In my thirties I developed a host of annoying symptoms after eating it: my face would burn and flush--my throat would swell. Due to my Adrenal Gland problems and general allergy-overload, fish, too, became something I was overly...
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The Serial Killer of the Caribbean: A True Crime Story
In the 1760's a Scottish Doctor named Lewis Hutchinson moved to the Caribbean Island of St. Ann. In what is now known as the Pedro District, Hutchinson built a small castle on a wild and lonely hill. The castle was said to be an attempt to recreate...
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The Agony of Endometriosis: When Menstrual Cramps Become Unbearable
Life is too short and precious to be lived in constant pain. I lived in dread and fear of my monthly periods, knowing that disabling pain and horrific flows awaited me. Wuthering Heights Most women are wonderfully tolerant of their monthly menses....
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The Magic of Story Starters: Getting Your Kids to Write!
a typical "Story Starter" illustrated with an alluring photo from a magazine. The sentence is mine--the young author will complete the story in his or her own handwriting. We are all familiar with the groan, "What Will I Write About?" or the blank...
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How to Fight Back Against Stalking
After my divorce over twenty years ago, I became the target of a stalker. Alone and vulnerable, I made the fatal mistake of dating someone unstable. A host of psychiatric issues sprang up, including the tell-tale signs of over-possessiveness and...
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Lessons To Learn From the Lindsay Lavoie Kidnapping Case
Lindsay was stalked and kidnapped by a man she met on the internet. In 2002 Lindsay Lavoie met an internet predator who called himself "Kon." She was barely into her teens and he was 35. After exchanging messages and emails, Lindsay became...
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Does Your Child Have a Learning Disability?
It is difficult to blossom in RSP without one on one help.. If your child has been diagnosed with a SLD (Single Learning Disability) chances are he or she will be placed in a Resource Specialist Program. The RSP Teacher will test your child to...
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A Taste of SCOTLAND in Southern California: Loch Leven
Plunging, dramatic views like this one bring to mind the Scottish Highlands. I took this photo March/2010. The remains of a ruined building; you and your kids can pretend it's an old castle!Photo taken by me on March/2010. The bridge; you can go...
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PROZAC for Cats: Is Your Cat too Aggressive?
Not all cats are as relaxed and affable as this one. Could this black cat secretly be on...Prozac? Hmmmmm... Is your cat relaxed and happy? Apparently the sophistication of the times has also hit Feline Land, as some Vets are now...
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GEOCACHING: A Gateway to New Adventure On The Hiking Trail!
Castle Rock Trail, Big Bear, Ca.I took this photo while hiking upwards. Castle Rock. Near Fawnskin, California. Photo by Jon Siess. Doble area of Big Bear, California.(My own photo) Baldwin Mine, Doble, California.I took this on a lovely...
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Train Watching In the Rugged Cajon Pass of California
BNSF engine..the tracks were sizzling as it made its way down the Cajon Pass. Some of the roads here require a sports utility vehicle. Rugged terrain and amazing views await you. This is a memorial to an Engineer who lost his life in a...
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Do You Know Who Your Neighbors Are? Protection From Registered Sex Offenders Is a Click Away!
Family Watchdogs lets you know when and where the predators are lurking. (Photo courtesy of: google images/memsahia.com. I live in an area of the San Bernardino Mountains where three convicted sexual predators are actually living on my...
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The Great Basin Gopher Snake/a GREAT comedian!!
This lovely snake sounded like a wheezing accordian in its efforts to scare us away. It coiled beautifully. After a few photos it went gracefully away. Have you ever come across a Snake Side Show? I crossed paths with this Great Basin...
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The Southern Pacific Rattler in California
The Southern Pacific Rattler is a subspecies of the Western Diamondback. It is found throughout the Southern California Mountains as well as portions of the High Desert such as Hesperia. It has also been sighted by this writer in Oak Glen, a...