Whether it’s paying the mortgage, dealing with unruly deadlines, or facing the frustration of your daily commute, stress will track you down like a vulture circling a carcass. But unlike vultures - which are SUPER outrageously cool by the way - experiencing stress is anything … [Read more...]
What frogs can teach us about enduring hardship
As spring settles in, we welcome its warm breezes, fresh colors, open windows & bursting buds. And perhaps most notable of all - the sweet serenade of spring peepers & wood frogs. Their lullabies are one of the most beloved in New England as they herald the arrival … [Read more...]
Celebrating World Wildlife Day
For many of us who enjoy the outdoors, one of its greatest wonders is reveling in the sights & sounds of local wildlife. The haunting echo of loons during an early morning paddle. The tracks of an elusive fisher in the freshly fallen snow. The playful antics of … [Read more...]
Momentary masters of a fraction of a dot
Today, as we face our future with fear & uncertainty, I share with you the comforting & incomparable words of the late Carl Sagan. "From this distant vantage point, the Earth might not seem of any particular interest. But for us, it's different. Consider again … [Read more...]
5 reasons birds win at life
Birds have graced our planet for over 235 million years - so it's no surprise that they've learned a thing or two about survival. We could discuss their feather patterns, foraging behaviors, predator evasion tactics, migration, habitat, nesting strategies & hundreds of … [Read more...]