Month: April 2020

News about the Florida Park System

I am on email lists for a lot of different thing relating to outdoor stuff. I use parks in many systems and love getting the news and updates that come around pretty often. I was happy to hear two days ago that the folks… Continue Reading “News about the Florida Park System”

Earth-lovers are smiling today

A huge victory today, especially for those of us who care about our Planet. The Supreme Court has ruled that a Utility Co. providing water to Maui County must stop injecting contaminated wastewater into the ground where it eventually reaches the sea. Because we’re… Continue Reading “Earth-lovers are smiling today”

National Arbor Day 2020

Yes, it’s National Arbor Day today. But with most of America — and the world, for that matter — staying close to home, celebrating this auspicious day is just a bit different this time. My celebration of the day this year includes two things.… Continue Reading “National Arbor Day 2020”

What next? Bill Gates has some thoughts

Like so many of us, I’ve been spending a lot of time in the last few weeks wondering how our current devastating health crisis is going to affect our lives going forward.  Our lives and our collective life, together, on this planet. I just… Continue Reading “What next? Bill Gates has some thoughts”

Getting the Starter STARTED!

One of the projects I’ve wanted to get done — especially while we all have a lot of time on our hands — is to get sourdough starter actually started! It’s on the counter now and with daily feedings it should be ready to… Continue Reading “Getting the Starter STARTED!”

Looking for Lost Apples

Did you know that there was a group of dedicated botanists and nature nuts who spend a lot of time scouring the American northwest looking for lost apples? Well, I didn’t either! But there is and I just found out about these folks and… Continue Reading “Looking for Lost Apples”

It’s World Health Day

The 7th of April is World Health Day each year. It’s always a good time to show appreciation to our health care professionals but it seems all the more appropriate now that COVID-19 is ravaging our world. Nurses have been there for me in… Continue Reading “It’s World Health Day”

Serenity is a Full Moon

Like all of you, I’ve been a bit stressed in the last month or so. And I was really looking for something that would help me banish the stress-monster for a moment or two. About 30 minutes ago, I noticed that a beautiful full… Continue Reading “Serenity is a Full Moon”

You Can’t Go to the Zoo Today

Going to zoos is — without a doubt — one of my most favorite ways to spend an afternoon. But, as you know well, it’s something we just can’t do today. Fortunately, I’ve been to zoos many, many times and have some good photos… Continue Reading “You Can’t Go to the Zoo Today”