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04/26/2020

There are 8 species of bears; Asiatic Black, brown, giant pandas, North American black, polar, sloth bears, spectacle bears and the small sun bears. Bears have nonretractable claws, short tails, and excellent sense of smell. They can live up to 25 years in the wild and 50 in captivity. In winter, bears have an effective survival solution to the lack of food; hibernation. The heart rate, body temperature, metabolism, and respiration are all lowered. Some bears can hibernate and live off a layer of fat over 100 days without eating, drinking, urinating, or defecating. Nature‘s organisms adapt to survive in amazing ways

07/25/2019

Express Reality is making some sample t-shirts and may print some soon. Enjoy.

07/02/2019

Oan captured some of the colorful wildlife after our amazing trip to Costa Rica.

07/02/2019

Capturing some of the wildlife after a wonderful trip to Costa Rica.

03/27/2019

Express Reality is thrilled to share the good news that our book, “Night Life”, about nocturnal animals, won an award from Reader Views. This gives us motivation to continue educating about the power and unique characteristics of the natural world.

03/09/2019

Once praised for protecting Egyptian grain
Killing rodents and snakes allowed cats to reign!
Brought to America to help control pests
Now cats are Americans’ favorite pets.
If you'd like a pet with whom to share your time
Consider adopting a charming feline.

01/27/2019

Sharing a page from our book, “Night Life”, which highlights the characteristics of nocturnal animals.
Coyotes
Long-nosed coyotes with large bushy tails
Are quite vocal with sounds like yelps, howls, and wails.
Parents will huff at their wayward pups
To warn and guide them as they grow up.
These omnivores eat fruit, grasses, and meat
And are not very picky about what they eat.
They indulge in rodents, rabbits, and frogs
and may even eat pets such as small cats and dogs!
It is not wise to feed them or leave food out,
As these "American jackals" will return, no doubt.
People move near canyons and the countryside,
Leaving fewer places for them to reside.
Seen roaming the cities, both small and large

01/18/2019

These flowers are called, “Sorbet Peonies”. There are over 3000 cultivated varities of peonies and they come in many stunning colors. The Sorbet Peony is a hearty plant with plentiful blooms annually. They are one of my favorite flowers so Oan painted it for me. 🥰

01/13/2019

We produced this for a citrus grove owner in Florida. Enjoy.
Citrus Groves

There are several different kinds of citrus fruit;
Oranges are most popular, one cannot refute.
Florida grows juice oranges that do well in the heat,
While California, Arizona and Texas grow citrus food to eat.
Most citrus is actually grown in Brazil.
And they all employ workers with a hand picking skill.
Citrus fruits contain nutrients and vitamin C.
You get many health benefits from a citrus tree.
Great cooks that seek to zest up some meals,
Scrape in the rind of different citrus peels.
For those who don’t cook but in a tangy mood,
Simply sq**rt a little citrus on your food.
If you’re driving and craving some delicious fruit
Stop at a citrus grove when on route.

01/02/2019

The aquatic lotus is a symbol of rebirth. It is not endangered as its seeds fall and quickly roots to the bottom of fresh water ponds and rivers. We wish you a fresh and exhilarating rebirth for 2019! 🎉🎉

12/11/2018

Express Reality teaches nature by highlighting the unique characteristics of plants and animals. Please remember to see our books for kids! 📚📚

December 12th is National Poinsettia Day;
The impressive leafy plant that people often display.
They were brought to the US by Dr. Poinsett,
Who suspected that Americans hadn’t seen them yet.
He was the first US diplomat to Mexico
And had traveled to a place where poinsettias grow.
Poinsettias love the warmth, the sunlight, some rain,
And when watering indoor plants, allow the water to drain.
The plants’ colored bracts are called modified leaves,
They are not the plants’ flowers, as some people perceive.
Their modest little flowers are not easy to see,
And they don’t lure pollinators like bugs, birds or bees.
Should you need a festive plant, there is nothing better,
Than to decorate your home with a colorful poinsettia.

12/05/2018

The truly elegant Peony flowers
Sit on top of their long stem towers.
They can grow for decades, year after year,
But the new plants don’t flower, so no need to fear.
Should you notice a peony covered with ants,
It’s just a short term bond they have with these plants.
Peonies secrete a nectar that’s sweet
And the ants just adore this natural treat.
Peonies are fluffy when in full bloom,
But a rainfall can topple them to their doom.
Cut your peonies before a rainy day
To enrich your home with a lovely bouquet

12/01/2018

The Garden of the Gods. There is no cost to go as it is free, forever.

11/23/2018

Express Reality is excited and grateful to see that our book, “Night Life”, is listed among recommended books. and given a wonderful review. 🌺

11/16/2018

Snowy Owls from our book, “Knowing Owls“.
An owl's large eyes remain in one place
With a striking bright look about its face.
Owls' eyes don't move in their sockets, it's true
But their necks can twist and turn like a screw.