Category Archives: Nature
Caffeine gives Bees a Buzz
Writers, as well as lots of other folk, believe they need to be caffeinated to discover their creative side and help burn the midnight oil. The downside of drinking coffee and other caffeine-rich drinks is physical dependence, with withdrawal symptoms … Continue reading
Posted in Bee-line, Nature
Tagged bees, caffeine, coffee, energy drinks, waggle dance
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Mountaintop Removal
“Remember to remove the I Love Mountains bumper sticker before heading into coal country.” That was advice I gave myself before touring counties where mountaintops are being “removed” by open mining in the heart of Appalachia. I wasn’t a declared … Continue reading
Posted in Environment, Nature
Tagged Appalachia, John Grisham, mountaintop removal, Nicholas County, open coal mine, West Virginia
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Virginia Nature Journal for August
Cottage gardens were at one time part of the domestic economy, but now they’re mostly recreational. Like horse-riding, boating, fishing, target-shooting, and racing of various kinds, gardening has evolved from an occupation to a passion. Besides the advantages of growing-your-own … Continue reading
Posted in Nature, Seasons in Virginia
Tagged Andrew Marvell, cottage garden, nightshades, Thomas Jefferson, vegetable gardening
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Black Bear like a Hairy Bell-ringer
Yesterday was a beautiful experience, but this morning was a revelation. Shortly after 7:30 am I took my breakfast outside on the front deck, but had to duck down when I saw Sooty already looking for his (hers). He didn’t … Continue reading
Bearly in Spitting Distance
I had to post this news while it is still fresh in my mind. Around noon today, I decided to take a break from writing and have lunch on the deck of our Allegheny Mountain home. I hoped to see … Continue reading
Roger musing about Peace with Nature 