walclan

walclan last signed in Nov 11 2009 and has been on Bukisa since Jul 29, 2009.

About Me:

Buskia Profile of Irene Wallace

I was born in England and I've lived in Australia since 1970 after moving here with my family. I am married with 5 children, mostly grown up now, my youngest son still attends high school. I work full-time night shift as a receptionist/clerk/telephonist in the Emergency Department of my local hospital.

I've had one book published called Text Talk, Anagrams and Abbreviations Guide (Australian Edition) published through RoseDog Books.

I've mostly worked in State and Federal Government positions over the years, but I would like very much to stay home and write.

The Character and Habits of Amazing Australian Emu

Published September 03, 2009 /

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The Australian Emu (Dromaius novaehollandiae) means fast-footed New Hollander is the largest bird that is native to Australia. The Emu belongs to a family of flightless running birds with flat breastbones called ratites. This family includes cassowaries, ostriches and kiwis.The word 'emu' is believed to have come from a

How To Knit A Trauma Teddy

by walclan | in Hobbies & Crafts > Crafts

Trauma Teddies are given out to people who are suffering a traumatic experience. The Red Cross donate the teddies to hospitals, emergency services, police, fire brigades and nursing homes who then give them to people suffering trauma. They are very easy to make.
Tortoises,Turtles,Terrapins and Chelonians

by walclan | in Culture & Society > Nature

Tortoises and turtles are reptiles, not your average reptiles, buy very cute reptiles! They are also called terrapins and chelonians by veterinarians. I think of tortoises as being land dwellers, and turtles as water dwellers. Most species are endangered and protected.
Environmentally Friendly Bamboo

by walclan | in Culture & Society > Nature

Bamboo is a fast growing woody plant that grows all over the world from cold to hot climates and is used to make many products. Large quantities of bamboo are available as it grews very quickly and spreads rapidly. It is environmentally friendly, durable and cost efficient. Most of the bamboo used in products is grown specially on bamboo farms.
How To Make A Teddy Bear With Character

by walclan | in Hobbies & Crafts > Crafts

How to make a Teddy Bear with character includes tips on making a bear like no other. Bears can be made out of different fabrics and materials. They can be embroidered if made on plain fabric such as calico. Talented embroiderers can make absolutely beautiful bears by embroidering the cut out parts before stitching together.