Honoring Mothers: A Photo Essay
Happy Mother’s Day to my Mom and to all Mothers out there whether you are a dog Mom, child Mom, cat Mom, goat Mom or flower Mom! Let’s celebrate all
Thinking of the Other Mothers This Mother’s Day
Hello and happy Mother’s Day weekend! Whether your children are human, dog, cat, chicken, fish, or other, here’s wishing you a peaceful and joyful day. The world is a better
Create a Hummingbird Water Park
Revised, June 22, 2026 (please note changes in red) After a lot of trial and error, I’ve finally perfected my hummingbird water park! I’m on version 3, here to tell
Six Mistakes to Avoid When Planting a Tree
Happy Arbor Day! It’s a fabulous time to plant a tree or two, and to celebrate the trees we already have. Have you ever reached your arms around a tree
On This Earth Day, Be The Change: 11 Ways to Make a Difference
Every year on Earth Day there are a multitude of articles about how you can “help” or “save” our great planet. The list is predictable, full of things that people
Seeing Caterpillar Tents in Your Trees? Don’t Panic!
As you hike or drive around, you’ve probably seen those white, silken tents in many trees. They are super easy to spot, especially since the forest has not fully leafed
Happy International Bat Awareness Day: 3 Things to Love About Bats
I suspect many of you are not aware that today is International Bat Awareness Day. As you might have guessed, it’s not widely celebrated unless your circle of friends includes