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“ Jahzeel goes Underground” by Billi Lynn Holt
Honduras is a Caribbean Sea coastal country located in Central America. The capital of Honduras is Teguciagalpa and Comayagüela. Chapter 11, of the Honduran constitution, Article 295, translates, "The Central District consists of a single municipality made up of the former municipalities of Tegucigalpa and Comayagüela.” Comayagüela is referred to as “Little Comayagüela” and along with Tegucigalpa these cities make up the capital of Honduras. Tegucigalpa and Comayagüela have a long-standing history of political and economic strife. This strife that occurs could be a result of the scarcity of resources due to the increasing population growth in this country and the dry weather effecting the security of water supply. The longstanding banana, shrimp and coffee production in Honduras is, affected by the weather, including drought, and hurricanes. Because of these environmental factors, the citizens of Honduras have tried to market other agricultural initiatives but continue to struggle and have unmet sociological needs. Aid from the US denied to Honduras was due to the disagreement about the countries choice of how the country is governed and continual disregard for debt. Unemployment and underemployment measure over 50% of the citizens in Honduras. Due to wars from neighboring countries, the damaging weather and mismanagement of government rule, the decent citizens of Honduras have desperately sought relief by competing for scarce jobs and demand for government reform. Violent crimes conducted by gangs continue to become the societal norm in Honduras. The misconstrued “weak” members of society in Honduras are still targeted for murders, sexual abuse, violation of human rights and other violence by government officials and gangs. Corruption is the way of life in Honduras. Efforts in the past by the US to aid the country of Honduras of crime have been obstructed, purposely, by the corrupt local officials and gangs. Violent gangs such as the "Mara Salvatrucha" and "The 18th Street Gang" rule the way of life in Honduras. There have been ongoing efforts at solving Honduras’s problems by enacting the services of government entities, yet obstructed by governmental abuses, and collusion with criminals.
By Billi Lynn Holt4 years ago in Earth
The Quiet Mr. Curtis
The rosary in her hands comforted her a little, but just a little. Lucy Chow finally unclasped her hands and put the rosary in a little plastic bag near her computer. She was done asking Mother Mary to send help. Mary must be totally busy, and has forgotten all about me, Lucy grumbled to herself as she helped herself to another cup of percolated coffee.
By C C Farley4 years ago in Earth
Is Sex Seven Dimensional Chess? By Howard Bloom
Why did nature allow you, the gaudiest and most wasteful plants in history, you flowering plants, you angiosperms, to thrive? Why did she favor you despite your sins, your sins of materialism, consumerism, waste, and vain display? Because your sins were blessings in disguise.
By Jimmy Stars World4 years ago in Earth
THE SCARLET LAND
Hello there friend, my name is Callula, and I have been flying around trying my hardest to stay out of trouble all day. If you haven't guest I am a fairy. I have been known to get into mischief. But it is just my way of having fun. Last week I tried to use my magic wand to make Twyla's nose bigger. Guess what, it worked. And oh boy was it funny! I laughed and laughed at Twyla and the big nose I had made for her. Our queen Lola, who is the queen of all the fairies was not amused. She made me change Twyla's nose back to normal. Then she took away my wand for privileges for 3 days. So this is why I am trying to keep out of trouble today. It is getting time for me to go back home. Hey why don't you come along with me. I would love to show you my home, it is like nothing you have ever seen. Grab my hand I will lead the way.
By Adriane Kirby4 years ago in Earth
COVID-19 Pandemic
Several states including California and Indiana have delayed or postponed their reopening plans after the United States recorded 50,000 new cases of COVID-19, the largest increase in one day since the epidemic began. There have been protests in several countries against the government's limited response to the Covid 19 epidemic, such as the closure of vacancies, and these protests are linked to an increase in cases.
By Finn Henry4 years ago in Earth
A Tale of Two Fledglings
I grace each tree with a flash of color as I soar through the forest. Lowering my tail, I use my wings to oppose the current, slowing down, grasping a branch with my feet. The rest of my flock arrive, and we settle down after a morning of foraging by the river bank.
By Anjula Evans4 years ago in Earth
At the point when the light is completely turned off, the brilliant sky is actually amazingly wonderful
"Chilly, clear, winter climate: then, at that point, you see the sky at its best. Then, at that point, you have not many dampness particles noticeable all around that enhance light contamination and ruin the difference." Frans Kroon motions to the brilliant vault above him. "On dry days we open the rooftop here and guests can glance through the telescopes. Lamentably, this evening the vault will stay shut. An excessive amount of downpour."
By Catskovich4 years ago in Earth
Dancing Butterflies
Europe Apollo butterflies have beautiful white bodies with eyespots on their wings.The forewings have a number of black eyespots and the hindwings are decorated with four attractive red eyespots. These butterflies can be found in France, Italy, and Spain. Apollo butterflies are among the most threatened species of butterflies in Europe.
By Rasma Raisters4 years ago in Earth
