JoyLevine

I grew up with a father who instilled in me a love of nature and of every field of science there is. I never feel so alive as I do when I am in the great outdoors. This is where my heart truly is. I have a true passion for all things wild.

We are surrounded by beauty every day. You just have to stop and look.

In the Spotlight

Common Idioms and Phrases: Meanings and Origins

What are idioms? What are their meanings? "Break a leg!" "He just kicked the bucket." Have you ever wondered what these phrases and others have meant or how they originated?

In the Spotlight

Origins & Meanings: Etymology of 10 Cool Words (For Students)

Everyday language and words sometimes have captivating and whimsical origins. Join me for an adventure in linguistics and etymology.

In the Spotlight

How Can I Attract Butterflies? (With Pictures)

Attracting butterflies to your garden or backyard is easier than you think! Find out what host plants and nectar plants butterflies look for.

In the Spotlight

BioEngineering: Turning Goat Milk Into Spider Silk (BioSteel)

Spider silk is a precious commodity with diverse medical applications. Turning goat milk into spider silk sounds like science fiction. How do they accomplish this? Has bioengineering gone too far?

In the Spotlight

Wicked Animals—Disgusting or Beneficial?

We live in a fascinating world full of some pretty strange creatures. This includes the creepiest, scariest bugs ever. But even wicked animals can be beneficial.

In the Spotlight

14 World Famous Historical and Movie Misquotes

"I cannot tell a lie," "Play It Again, Sam," "Beam me up, Scotty ..." Famous quotes from famous people or movies? Think again! You would be surprised to know how many famous MISQUOTES there are!

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  Movie Trivia

  Who Is Avicii and What Caused His Death?

  20 months ago

  Avicii—a musician, artist, DJ, and producer—died at 28 years old. Who was he, and what contributed to his early demise?

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  owlcation.com

  Origins & Meanings: Etymology of 10 Cool Words (For Students)

  14 months ago

  Everyday language and words sometimes have captivating and whimsical origins. Join me for an adventure in linguistics and etymology.

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  Personal Finance

  Personal Finance: Living Within One's Means--How?

  6 years ago

  The secret to a better financial situation is living within one's means, but this is often easier said, than done. This article outlines some practical suggestions we can all use to accomplish this.

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  owlcation.com

  14 World Famous Historical and Movie Misquotes

  14 months ago

  "I cannot tell a lie," "Play It Again, Sam," "Beam me up, Scotty ..." Famous quotes from famous people or movies? Think again! You would be surprised to know how many famous MISQUOTES there are!

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  Social Networking

  Social Media Privacy Concerns: Tips On How To Protect Your Privacy

  6 years ago

  When social networking or using any internet based service, your privacy and personal information are always at risk. How do you protect your privacy or that of your family? Here are some tips.

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  owlcation.com

  Common Idioms and Phrases: Meanings and Origins

  14 months ago

  What are idioms? What are their meanings? "Break a leg!" "He just kicked the bucket." Have you ever wondered what these phrases and others have meant or how they originated?

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  Drawing

  Free Online Drawing Tools: Fun For Kids And Adults Alike

  6 years ago

  Whether we are artists or novices, we all love to draw and paint. There are many free online resources for this entertaining past time. This is a guide for everyone to find their inner Picasso.

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  Medicine & Health Science

  BioEngineering: Turning Goat Milk Into Spider Silk (BioSteel)

  6 years ago

  Spider silk is a precious commodity with diverse medical applications. Turning goat milk into spider silk sounds like science fiction. How do they accomplish this? Has bioengineering gone too far?

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  Animals

  Wicked Animals—Disgusting or Beneficial?

  6 years ago

  We live in a fascinating world full of some pretty strange creatures. This includes the creepiest, scariest bugs ever. But even wicked animals can be beneficial.