1. a state in the Deep South on the gulf of Mexico; one of the Confederate States during the American Civil War

3. the 2nd largest ocean; separates North and South America on the west from Europe and Africa on the east

4. having life or vigor or spirit

5. manipulate manually or in one's mind or imagination

7. a republic in northern South America on the Caribbean; achieved independence from Spain in 1811; rich in oil

8. a young woman who is the most charming and beautiful of several rivals

9. a city and resort in southeastern Florida on Biscayne Bay; the best known city in Florida; a haven for retirees and a refuge for Cubans fleeing Castro

2. a state in southern United States on the Gulf of Mexico; one of the Confederate states during the American Civil War

6. an event that occurs at a critical time

10. compatibility between persons

11. any of various fixed orders of the various diatonic notes within an octave

12. something that causes feelings of wonder