Rasma Raisters
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My passions are writing and creating poetry. I write for several sites online and have four themed blogs on Wordpress. Please follow me on Twitter.
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Living in the Tropics
Asia Asian elephants are found throughout South and Southeast Asia. These are the large land mammals and the biggest on the continent. They inhabit different environments from grasslands to rainforests. They are notable for their distinctive gray color, large floppy ears, and multifunctional trunks. These elephants are herbivores, eating grasses and plant materials. Asian elephants need to drink large quantities of water every day to stay hydrated.
By Rasma Raisters4 months ago in Earth
Creatures by the Roadside
In Abita Springs, Louisiana, you can come upon the Bassigator. Which mercifully is not a live creature because it is half-alligator and half-bass, 22 feet long, and has eyes that are the size of beach balls. Where can you meet up with this amazing being?
By Rasma Raisters4 months ago in Wander
Away from the Crowds in Connecticut
The Abbey of Regina Laudis in Bethlehem is known for its artisanal cheese-making tradition. Benedictine nuns have been making cheese here for decades. Mother Noella, a microbiologist and nun, has meticulously preserved the abbey’s cheese-making methods, producing award-winning cheeses. The abbey remains a testament to how time-honored techniques can create exceptional culinary products.
By Rasma Raisters4 months ago in Wander
Beautiful Brazilian Castles
Batel Castle is located in Curitiba in the Paraná province. It was built by coffee grower Luiz Guimaraes and inspired by French castles in the Loire Valley. Surrounding the castle are large, landscaped areas. A premier event venue, it stands as a cultural and historical landmark. Inside, the castle has eight meeting rooms, each capable of hosting up to 60 guests, and a grand ballroom.
By Rasma Raisters4 months ago in Wander
Singing the Blues
“Boom Boom” is a song that was written by the American blues singer and guitarist John Lee Hooker. It was first recorded in 1961 and became a blues standard. The song charted on both the R&B and pop charts. The song is one of Hooker's most identifiable and enduring songs.
By Rasma Raisters4 months ago in Beat
