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Book: MIGRATIONS by Charlotte McConaghy

01/31/2102/21/21
Melissa Crytzer Fry
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MIGRATIONS by Charlotte McConaghy is the kind of book that is the reason why I read: to slip into the skin of a character and fully inhabit her anguish, joys, thoughts, fears… to be transported to a different setting that … Read more...

Animals & Nature Books Inspiration MR3 Resiliency

Book: THE MERCIES by Kiran Millwood Hargrave

12/14/2002/21/21
Melissa Crytzer Fry
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Oh, my… this novel — THE MERCIES! The atmospheric setting, the writing, the characterization, the story… I was swept away and transported from the first lovely sentences:

Last night Maren dreamt a whale beached itself on the rocks outside her

… Read more...
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For The Joy of Animals: Gardening For Groundhogs

11/9/2001/31/21
Linda Anselmi
2

Anyone who has grown a vegetable garden knows it is first and foremost a labor of love. You LOVE watching things grow and reaping your home grown harvest, but it take a tremendous amount of physical LABOR.  And, yes, the … Read more...

Animals & Nature Books Inspiration MR3 Science & Technology

Book Review: THE FOREVER FRIEND by Suzie Ivy

10/18/2001/18/21
Linda Anselmi
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To the delight of fans, Detective Laci Jolett is back in action in Book/novella #3 of Suzie Ivy’s K9 Forever Series — THE FOREVER FRIEND.

This time it’s drugs in the local high school that has two students in the … Read more...

Animals & Nature Food MR3 Recipes Wellness

Homemade Apple Pie — The Perfect Fall Dessert

10/11/2012/20/20
Jovina Coughlin
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The warm smell of baking apples and cinnamon definitely says Fall is here. Apples are in season now, so take advantage of their flavor to make a delicious homemade apple pie. Store-bought pastry can quicken the process but homemade pastry … Read more...

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For The Joy of Animals: The Antics of Badgers

10/4/2012/14/20
Linda Anselmi
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The wonderful thing about wild animals is they always seem to have a few delightful surprises for us humans. Growing up in the midwest I knew what Badgers looked like thanks to zoos and wildlife shows (and hello, UW mascot!), … Read more...

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Words: ” A Bright Future For Man …”

09/13/2012/20/20
Linda Anselmi
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If only there were “Here Thanks To Nature” tags attached to everything everywhere as a reminder that our very lives are utterly and completely dependent on nature — not technology…

I would feel more optimistic

about a bright future for

… Read more...
Animals & Nature FV Inspiration Resiliency Videos

Rescue Journey of Piglet and Calf Buddies

09/11/2011/16/20
Linda Anselmi
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A ride to an animal sanctuary was all the bonding time needed for this piglet and calf to become bffs. These two are not only adorable and heartwarming, but living proof that animals — regardless of whether they are domesticated … Read more...

Animals & Nature Books FR Inspiration

Book Review: THE BOY, THE MOLE, THE FOX AND THE HORSE by Charlie Mackesy

09/4/2011/9/20
Melissa Crytzer Fry
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I received THE BOY, THE MOLE, THE FOX AND THE HORSE by Charlie Mackesy as a birthday present earlier this week and likely would never have picked it up on my own. What a little gem I’d have been missing. … Read more...

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For The Joy of Animals: Seal Holds A Diver’s Hand

08/30/2011/9/20
Linda Anselmi
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It is pure joy to watch the emotionally powerful and extraordinarily moving interactions between diver Ben Burville and his diving buddies. What a wonderful celebration of life and human/animal connection as a wild grey seal holds a diver’s hand!

At … Read more...

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Canceled Vacation Plans? Consider Mindcations Not Just Staycations

08/26/2011/16/20
Linda Anselmi
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The research is clear. Vacations are good for our health — physically, mentally, and emotionally.  According to David B. Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics, vacations are good for your heart,

 

“we are actually seeing a reduction

… Read more...
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Book Review: FAMILY OF ORIGIN by C.J. Hauser

08/9/2010/3/20
Melissa Crytzer Fry
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What first drew me to FAMILY OF ORIGIN by C.J. Hauser? When I saw it at an indie bookstore, the jacket was face-out, displaying the frilly butt of a diving duck. Score. This could be right up my science- and … Read more...

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For The Joy of Animals: Blissfully Splashing Dog

08/2/2009/24/20
Linda Anselmi
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We tend to think — if there are limitations in our lives, then there are limitations in our happiness. But is that true? Or do we just make it so?

Maybe finding our bliss, the things that makes us happiest, … Read more...

Animals & Nature Inspiration Videos Wellness

For The Joy of Animals: Animal Acts of Compassion

06/14/2009/6/20
Linda Anselmi
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Compassion is not just a human trait. It is a universal “being” trait and animal acts of compassion are all around us if we look.

The meaning of “Compassion” comes from Latin root “passio”, which means to suffer, and … Read more...

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Book Review: ANIMALIA by Jean-Baptiste Del Amo

06/13/2009/4/20
Melissa Crytzer Fry
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As ANIMALIA by Jean-Baptiste Del Amo promises by its title, it is, on the highest level, about animals – specifically, about the complicated and often brutal and indifferent historical treatment of animals by farmers. But it’s also about people, an … Read more...

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Words: Albert Einstein “Widening Our Circles Of Compassion…”

06/12/2008/28/20
Linda Anselmi
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In a letter to a grieving father, Albert Einstein shared his thoughts on the human disconnect between the narrow “universe” we are imprisoned in and “Universe” of nature we need to “widening our circles of compassion” to live in:

“A … Read more...

Animals & Nature Books Inspiration Wellness

Book Review: THE SPEED OF LIFE by Anne Pete

05/31/2010/6/20
Linda Anselmi
2

THE SPEED OF LIFE by Anne Pete is a compelling debut novel and a must read for anyone who loves the Arizona desert, strong but vulnerable female characters, and moving personal journeys.

The Speed of LifeThe biggest fear most of us have is … Read more...

Animals Humor Inspiration Science & Technology Videos

For The Joy Of Animals: Ninja Squirrels

05/29/2008/16/20
Linda Anselmi
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We humans tend to think our intelligence makes us superior, but we still have a lot to learn from the animal world, especially when it comes to patience, persistence, and adaptability…

Mark Rober, a former NASA engineer, entrepreneur and science … Read more...

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Book Review: EAT COMPLETE by Drew Ramsey

05/19/2011/16/20
Guest Post
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Eat Complete by Drew Ramsey, MD effectively details the importance of nutrients and the role they play in brain health. After working with mood and anxiety disorders in patients, Ramsey began researching nutrition and how it affects the brain. His … Read more...

Animals & Nature Food Recipes Wellness

Spring’s Best — Fresh Broccoli Salad

04/12/2007/27/20
Jovina Coughlin
2

Broccoli is at its best in the spring. Broccoli is also good for you because it is a rich source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. If you are tired of cooking it in traditional ways, try this unusual and great … Read more...

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Fresh Strawberries Signal Spring

03/22/2007/27/20
Jovina Coughlin
1

It is strawberry season in my area and their beauty is hard to resist. You can make some wonderful dishes with them but nothing is more pleasing than Strawberry Shortcake. Here is a healthy version that will help you celebrate … Read more...

Animals & Nature Health News Resiliency Science & Technology Wellness

COVID-19 and SARS-CoV-2 (part 1) — Fast Facts

03/9/2009/20/20
Linda Anselmi
2

Because Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Corona Virus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) and the illnesses it creates Corona Virus Disease 19 (COVID-19) are new to humans, there are many unanswered questions even among the medical/health professionals as to its spread and impact within … Read more...

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For The Joy Of Animals: Wildlife Bridge Cam

03/8/2008/31/20
Linda Anselmi
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Wildlife cams are always fascinating to watch.  As a nature lover it is sad to admit I was both surprised and amazed to see the diversity of foot traffic over this 23 year old bridge.

It is heartening that so … Read more...

Animals & Nature Books History Inspiration

Book Review: FREE MEN by Katy Simpson Smith

03/1/2007/27/20
Melissa Crytzer Fry
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Katy Simpson Smith, once again, beautifully weaves nature alongside the lives of her characters in her second novel – FREE MEN is based on actual figures in history – about a disparate group: runaway slave, white man, Creek Indian (and, … Read more...

Animals & Nature Humor Inspiration

xkcd comic: Weird Hill

03/1/2008/6/20
Linda Anselmi
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Is a deep attachment to hills weirdly universal? Or are all hills inherently weird?… Read more...

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