That Is The Question
“A sense of humor… is needed armor. Joy in one’s heart and some laughter on one’s lips is a sign that the person down deep has a pretty good grasp of life.”
Hugh Sidey
Dolomite Quarry
Dolomite is found in sedimentary basins worldwide. It is thought to have formed by magnesium-rich groundwater’s post-depositional alteration of lime mud and limestone. Dolomite and limestone are used in similar ways. They are crushed and used as an aggregate in construction projects. They are kiln-fired in the manufacture of cement. They are…
Tree Loss
As one travels along the 469 miles of the Blue Ridge Parkway, dead trees are highly noticeable when found among the surrounding thick forest. Numerous causes of tree losses can occur, including climate change, resettling air pollution from other regions, invasive species, disease or old age. A 2020 study found that about a quarter of…
Typical Mornings
While having my first cup of coffee in the morning, I usually look at the view in the above photo. I’m often up before sunrise, so I watch this scene as the light slowly overcomes darkness and often is eventually flooded with bright sunshine. However, we’ve not had abundant sunshine recently, as it’s…
Hillside Fern Project Update, Mar 2024
I’m pleased to report that my fern hillside project has faired well over the winter. The cover I put in place last fall protected them from frostbite while allowing the majority of sun and rain through. One fern might not make it, but I suspect its survival would have been doubtful even…
Light a Candle
From a weekend away with friends in Blue Ridge, GA, here is a store window snapshot of some modern choices for those who want to “light a candle”…