Monthly Archives: February 2012

(February 26, 2012) Instead of flippers like a sea turtle, the gopher tortoise has chiseled looking front feet and it burrows.   They are important to our ecological landscape because they share their burrows or “digs”.  If disturbed, they would leave … Continue reading →

(Jupiter, FL) The owl is a fascinating bird of prey. Much of its hunting strategy depends on stealth and surprise. The dull coloration of its feathers render it almost invisible and the serrated edges on an owl’s remiges muffles its wing beats, allowing its … Continue reading →

Full Moon, February 7, 2012 (ISO 100, F9, 1/320) On a quick glance, it has  a “Blue Marble” appearance.  If you have not seen the “Blue Marble” series,  they can be seen at http://visibleearth.nasa.gov/.  Using a collection of satellite-based observations, … Continue reading →

“Exit Through The Gift Shop” (2010) is a documentary produced by the notorious artist Banksy  which tells the story of Thierry Guetta, a French immigrant in Los Angeles and his obsession with street art.  The film also covers the works … Continue reading →

One of my goals in 2012 is to prepare a tasty new meal a week.  I began my culinary journey by culling through the many recipes friends and family provided through the years.  This one is a gem.  Thank you, Karen. Recipe: The … Continue reading →

(Georgia Hasson, January 2012) We smile in the womb. We are born smiling. A very simple way to improve your life and the ones around you is to smile. The Dalai Lama advocates it in his teachings.  Children smile often and adults … Continue reading →