Gardening is one of the most popular hobbies in the United States. It is enjoyed by people of all ages, from children to seniors. The benefits of gardening as a hobby go a long way both physically and mentally. Horticulture can involve hands-on activities as well as mental stimulation. As a therapy tool, horticultural activities…Read more
A mistaken identity can cause an assortment of problems, especially for the subject of the incorrect assumption. The misidentified individual may be credited with negative attributes which have no basis in reality. In fiction, a plot about erroneous identification has delivered many hours of entertainment for the readers. Even Hollywood has used the falsely accused…Read more
In a few days, the dog days of summer begin in earnest. Historically this is the season when Sirius, the dog star, is visible in the northern hemisphere. This celestial event is reputed to indicate the onset of the year’s hottest weather. Additionally, ancient lore attributed mad dogs, bad luck and many other negative characteristics…Read more
The summer solstice has passed, and the weather reflects the seasonal change. High temperatures and stifling humidity are the daily norm. Still, the sun has begun its daily retreat into the southern sky, and the northern hemisphere repeats its regular annual tilt away from solar exposure. The creatures and plants which populate the woods, swamps…Read more
Living near coastal north Florida has a variety of exceptional benefits. The natural environment is a feature many visitors travel great distances to experience and enjoy when they have leisure days to spend in a calm location. While some residents may take this advantage for granted after a while, a short stopover to another part…Read more
Dogs are always happy to see “their” humans, the wet nose and worshipful gaze usually a comfort. Cats are a bit different. Sometimes they will purr and cuddle, and at other times they will stare blankly as if weighing the pros and cons of consuming their human companions. Unfortunately, both domestic species have a well…Read more
With the high summer temperatures, newspapers, television, magazines, and other media are inundated with soft drink advertisements. In addition to offering relief from the dehydrating heat, some ads state or imply the consumers of these usually sugary concoctions are adventurous, sophisticated, or just blissfully happy. It is truly amazing what can be accomplished with some…Read more
