Are We More Food Naive Than Food Savvy?

A bit of food for an “April Fools” thought… Most of us would consider ourselves to be something of a … More

For The Joy Of Animals: Mouse Maid

Apparently, Cinderella isn’t the only one with a mouse helper. So Handy and compact — may be having a mouse maid will become the next little thing…

Perspectives: Family Dairy Farm

Abe Voelker shares an in-depth and well documented insider’s perspective on family farming, Dairy farm & the systemic changes brought by big agra and CAFOs — a long read with much food for thought and well worth the time!

Growing Designer Snowflakes

There is something magical and compelling in the delicate artistry of snowflakes. It’s as if nature decided to show off … More

Book Review: WASHINGTON BLACK by Esi Edugyan

Oh how I loved WASHINGTON BLACK by Esi Edugyan! I was in need of lovely, sensory language and an engaging … More

Words: “Be An Intelligent Toiler… “

May we each understand the need, and strive to be, an intelligent toiler… “An infallible test of civilization is that … More

For The Joy of Animals: A Tail Dragging Bald Eagle

When you watch bald eagles being raised in near blizzard conditions, you might get the impression that they are pretty … More

Words: “Water …The Vital Humour Of This Arid Earth”

Leonardo Da Vinci was a keen observer and student of nature. His notes on The Nature of Water, from The … More

Grain-Free French Bread Worth Sharing

I think every one would agree the best time to eat bread is fresh from the oven. So I generally … More

Book Review: THE NATURE FIX by Florence Williams

I don’t review a great number of nonfiction on Goodreads, but to those who know me (and my penchant for … More