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We Were Never Meant to Live Like This!
When you look at the world today, it's like looking at a madhouse. The world is more connected than ever through the miracle of electronic devices. People, at least in the West, of course, there are exceptions, are living longer, eating better, living in homes, and driving the latest cars. We have iPhones/Android phones, social media, AI, etc.
By Nicholas Bishop10 months ago in Earth
Chestnut Ridge Farm/Scottish Highlanders/Lab's & Littlepop's Popcorn!!
Willow & Buhler The Chestnut Story The view from my back deck Chestnut flowering Chestnut Harvest Well to begin my story, we’ll have to go back to 1999 when I planted a chestnut orchard in the northeast section of my town in Ellington, Connecticut. I had come up with the idea from earlier memories of my father working with some trees in our backyard in the late 60’s. I found out land was available and I was planning on building a house as well. I cleared around 8 acres and planted approximately 800 trees! The planting went well and the trees were looking beautiful. Unfortunately, when the following spring came, because of the combination of too much water in the soil and the variety of chestnut trees I had planted, almost all but a few didn’t make it. I didn’t give up and I cleared some more land that was on higher ground and today almost 25 years later, at the time of this writing, I have approximately 150 trees. Not all are producing because some are still too young. In 2022 I had a record crop and I sold about 1,400 lbs. into the market. Last year, 2023, I didn’t do as well they only produced about half as much as in 2022. That’s farming!
By Bruce Luginbuhl 2 years ago in Earth
Look Up
We don’t look up enough. We take the world around us for granted sometimes, and we don’t see the beauty in what we are surrounded by. In all the hustle and bustle, evening appointments, heading to or from work, taking the dog out, taking the trash to the curb, outside, smoking a cigarette (😵💫) or sitting around a fire.
By Colleen Walters2 years ago in Earth
Water Walkers
Lake Superior is a big lake. Some say it is an inland Sea. My Anishinabe people call it Gitchigama or the Great Sea. Lake Superior is a very large body of water that some people consider to be an inland sea. It is the largest freshwater lake in the world by surface area and the third-largest by volume, holding 10% of the world’s surface fresh water. It has a coastline of nearly 10,000 miles and spans across the border between Canada and the United States1. It is also home to many fish species, islands, and shipwrecks23. The name Lake Superior comes from the French term le lac supérieur, meaning the upper lake, because it is above Lake Huron4. However, the Ojibwe people who live around the lake call it gichi-gami, meaning great sea4. This name reflects the lake’s immense size and power, as well as its cultural and spiritual significance for the Ojibwe people. Quote from Microsoft Bing
By Denise E Lindquist2 years ago in Earth
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Day Will Turn to Night: Astronomers Officially Confirm Date of the Longest Solar Eclipse of the Century. AI-Generated.
Astronomers have officially confirmed the date of what is expected to be the longest solar eclipse of the century, an extraordinary celestial event that will temporarily turn day into night across parts of the world. The rare phenomenon is already generating excitement among scientists, space enthusiasts, and the general public.
By Aarif Lashariabout an hour ago in Earth
Prince Archie’s Ex-Nanny Lifts Lid on Truth of Working for Prince Harry and Meghan. AI-Generated.
Public interest has intensified following claims from a former nanny linked to Prince Archie, who has reportedly spoken about her experience working for Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. While details remain subject to interpretation and public discussion, the story has sparked wider conversations about privacy, media scrutiny, and the realities of working in high-profile households.
By Aarif Lashariabout an hour ago in Earth
Five-Year-Old Liam Ramos and His Father Released From Texas Detention Center. AI-Generated.
The release of five-year-old Liam Ramos and his father from a Texas detention center has sparked renewed discussion about immigration detention policies, family separations, and humanitarian treatment standards. The case has attracted attention from advocacy groups, legal experts, and community organizations, highlighting the complex balance between border enforcement and human rights considerations.
By Aarif Lashariabout 4 hours ago in Earth
Why the Dutch Embrace Floating Homes: Living on Water in a Changing World. AI-Generated.
In a country where much of the land lies below sea level, the Dutch have developed a unique relationship with water. The Netherlands, famous for its picturesque canals, windmills, and tulip fields, faces constant threats from floods and rising sea levels. In response, floating homes — or “drijvende huizen” — have emerged as a practical, sustainable, and even stylish solution. These homes, gently resting on water, are no longer just a niche idea; they are a reflection of Dutch ingenuity, resilience, and lifestyle innovation.
By Ayesha Lashariabout 11 hours ago in Earth
Paul Kimmage: Our Rowers Were the Best of Us and They Were Treated Disgracefully. AI-Generated.
Sports journalist Paul Kimmage has sparked intense debate after claiming that national rowing athletes — described as “the best of us” — were treated disgracefully by those responsible for managing and supporting them. His comments have reignited wider discussions about athlete welfare, governance standards, and how elite sports systems treat the people who deliver success on the global stage.
By Aarif Lashariabout 11 hours ago in Earth
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