For me, one of the small joys of autumn is the sudden emergence of the beautiful red flowers, known in my part of the country as "spider lilies." Recently I learned that these flowers are actually an invasive species that originated in South Eastern Asia. This gorgeous red weed eventually made its way to the... Continue Reading →
In Praise of Fireflies
"[The firefly's] luminescence could very well be the spark that reminds us to make a most necessary turn - a shift and a swing and a switch - toward cherishing this magnificent and wondrous planet.”Aimee Nezhukumatathil, "World of Wonders" I truly believe that I grew up in one of the best environments a child could... Continue Reading →