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Cazadero Newts

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May 11th 2010
By Melisse Walking, slithering, silky, tender, “s” shaped curves Exploring a rocky pool Of cool, clear creek water. Immersed in their reverie Sliding over, sliding under Across one another. First two, then three, four, five. Perhaps six Orange bellied newts With hands and feet a-glow Hallowing a warm, chocolate, translucent body. Soft skin, sweet face, sensual beings. Their own “corne ... read more

North America » United States » California » Sonoma County

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Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more