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August 2, 2025
It’s a Race to the Finish Line
Will I actually get to eat a peach from my peach trees this year, or will the squirrels, deer, and raccoons get them all again just before I’m ready to pick them?
Because they always nab them the day before they ripen, that’s my strong clue that I have squirrels and raccoons monitoring the fruit just as closely as I am.
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July 30, 2025
A Two-fer Tonight: Double the Meteors, Double the Magic!
Long-time readers know the night sky has my heart. And tonight, it’s putting on a rare twin show!
The Southern Delta Aquarids and Alpha Capricornids are hitting their peak at the same time. They may not be the brightest showers of summer, but two for the price of one? That’s a celestial bargain!
So grab a blanket, find some dark sky, and look up. You’re bound to be rewarded with a shooting star or two, or ten.… Read More
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A Two-fer Night Sky Event Tonight: Double the Meteors, Double the Magic!
Long-time readers know the night sky has my heart. And tonight, it’s putting on a rare twin show!
The Southern Delta Aquarids and Alpha Capricornids are hitting their peak at the same time. They may not be the brightest showers of summer, but two for the price of one? That’s a celestial bargain!
So grab a blanket, find some dark sky, and look up. You’re bound to be rewarded with a shooting star or two, or ten.… Read More
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July 28, 2025
No Better Time to Walk the Spiritual Path
Q: We’re living in a time where there are no morals, no scruples, no acknowledgement of truth. What does this mean for someone trying to live a spiritual life?
Oddly enough, it’s actually helpful for those on a spiritual path. With no stable systems to lull us into sleepwalking, the only way forward is through presence.
Growth comes from having no stance, no engagement, no resisting what is. Just allowing yourself to witness the moment as it is, without judgment, … Read More
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July 21, 2025
Training Wheels
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July 14, 2025
Oneness
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July 11, 2025
Rywell Dog Cooling Mat Review
My dogs hate the heat. All three of them struggle all summer long to find the coolest spots. If there’s a fan, there’s a dog underneath it. If there’s a cross breeze, a dog is lying in it. If there is a tile floor, yep, careful not to step on another dog. You get the idea.
I’ve tried several “cooling mats/blankets,” including this gel mat (27″x43″), but it’s oddly heavy and has to be hand-washed. And this Cooling Blanket for … Read More
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July 7, 2025
Spontaneous Experiences
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“Give It Hell, Fellow Flawed Human”
Recently, I overheard a conversation at a coffee shop that stayed with me. Two people were talking about how hard life can be and the ongoing struggle to be their best selves despite setbacks. One of them, in particular, seemed to carry a quiet weight of regret.
As they got up to leave, the one friend clapped the other on the back and said, “Give it hell, fellow flawed human.” It was such a simple yet powerful gesture of support. … Read More
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June 30, 2025
Looking Outward
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