After a few years of enjoying Japanese Onsens, I never thought I would find anything comparable, no less an experience that might surpass it. As
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Book Review: “Nature Anatomy” by Julia Rothman
Why do you need a book about Nature Anatomy on your bookshelf? I bought it to inspire my kid to learn about nature, but it’s
A walk through the village in Spring.
Pictures taken in Sudwestpfalz, Germany in Mid-April.
Kid’s Book Review: “How the Goldfinch got his Colors”
Reading about real world Goldfinches has only made me appreciate our latest children’s book about how the rainbow colored Goldfinch got it’s colors. As I
Exploring Patreon and becoming a Patron of the Arts.
Patreon is a community that has re-newed my love of supporting the arts. Started in 2013, it was designed to allow musicians and creators to
How to grow Cardamom from Seed
When I opened my first bag of Green Cardamom spice, the smell was overpowering. However, after opening up the shell, I found pods of 3-4
How to Grow Goji Berries from Seed
Translated from TROPICA for Tibet Goji Berries (Lycium barbarum syn. chinensis), with original photo in German below: “Interesting facts: The small deciduous shrub grows to
How to Grow Moringa “Der Wunderbaum” from Seed
Translated from TROPICA instructions for Moringa (Moringa oleifera), photo of original German below: “Useful information. This fast growing, evergreen plant is cultivated as a useful
Tree Surfing
A vivid memory growing up in San Diego: trying to surf. I was a competitive swimmer (so how hard could it be?). I paddled my
My Favorite Fitness Tips
Got to stay motivated! Here’s how I keep my game up: Ask Friends for their Routines. Can you imagine waking up at 4:00 am to run 5-10
Defending Jodie Whittaker from a Time Lord’s perspective
With Doctor Who’s 12th Season behind us, can we finally end the debate on how well a female Doctor lived up to our expectations? For