Month: August 2020

Livestock’s Best Friend

Few experiences in life are as comforting as having a companion who answers needs and is there to serve without being summoned. Ideally, the relationship benefits both parties, each providing something needed and each receiving enough through their service to engender continuation of the bond. In many cases this reciprocal arrangement is a lifelong relationship. …Read more

Tree of all Trades

The current potential for extreme foul weather has many residents of north Florida concerned about the safety of the trees near their homes. While it is almost inconceivable to imagine the area without these important plants, in the wrong circumstance they can be quite hazardous. While any debilitated or unhealthy tree has a high risk…Read more

Land, Trees and Water: Florida’s Frogs

The hot days of August can be endured in a variety of ways. Of course there is always the ever present air conditioned environment, but it is getting a bit claustrophobic in these days of social distancing. Another alternative is a trip up north, way up north. A change of scenery combined with a drop…Read more

Turkey Association

Word association is an interesting mental connection into the personality of the responding subject. A word is given and the respondent is to reply with the first term which pops into their mind. Some psychologists believe the response reveals how people subconsciously group concepts, ideas and experiences.  The theory is this linkage influences how individuals…Read more

Big Bend Tree Banes

As summer of 2020 progresses into its hottest months, the local growth of trees, and warm season plants and weeds is accelerating rapidly. Fortunately, the rain has been sufficient, its distribution wide, and the timing good (at least so far) to support the development. Leaves, frons, and needles are producing green tones and shades which…Read more