Category Archives: OCTOBER 2019

I talked a little about light pollution in my book Question Everything, but few people are aware that this problem exists. When I bought my property in the country, I was shocked that the previous owners had allowed the utility … Continue reading →

When did human beings begin to put plants into pots and bring them indoors? During the Victorian era, parlor palms and ferns atop pedestals, with fronds hanging down, were a common sight. These plants can tolerate low light, which makes … Continue reading →

After the 2016 election, I was aghast that a man of such obvious inadequate and amoral character could have found his way into the office of presidency. I am amazed that even in light of all the blunders and outright … Continue reading →

Last week I talked about the discovery of how returning keystone species to an ecosystem can help to restore balance. I have found similar findings in a book recently published by Tao Orion, called Beyond the War on Invasive Species. … Continue reading →

Last night I watched a news segment with Beto O’Rourke, one of the democratic candidates running for the 2020 election. People from the audience were allowed to ask him questions, but most of the questions revolved around transgender inequality. One … Continue reading →

I watched a fascinating program on Nature last night. What scientists have learned, thanks to the pioneering discovery of Bob Pain, is that Nature can be our ally in restoring those ecosystems that have been seriously downgraded. In bringing back … Continue reading →

What is comfort? One definition is a feeling of ease and well-being. We have comfort foods and comfortable shoes. We have a favorite pair of jeans or a comfortable sofa or bed. We sometimes find comfort in relationships, but ultimately … Continue reading →

The Cornell Lab of Ornithology has reported that since 1970, at least 30% of North America’s birds have been lost. They estimate this to be about three billion birds in the span of only half a human lifetime! The greatest … Continue reading →

The first snow of the season is on its way. Many people pay little attention to the weather and they spend very little time out of doors. They acquire tans with the use of sun tanning beds, run on indoor … Continue reading →

An ocean cleanup device has been designed which uses the ocean currents, wind, and water to gather plastic from the sea, while allowing fish to pass through. It is to be used on a gigantic stretch of the Pacific Ocean … Continue reading →