The Earth’s Hydrosphere
The Earth’s hydrosphere is the water of the Earth; this is the oceans, lakes, all other surface water, the groundwater,...
The Earth’s Atmosphere
The Earth’s atmosphere is divided into four layers based on temperature. “The Troposphere is the bottom layer or the one...
Getting Involved to Help Nature
Why should we get involved in helping nature? Because we depend on nature. Even if we are not interested in...
Violets
Violets or Violas are a common and widely distributed family (Violaceae). They have 5 distinct petals with the lower petal...
Food, Inflammation, and Disease – Part 2
Inflammation is a normal body function that helps us heal from injuries and fight off infection. An inflammatory response is...
Food, Inflammation, and Disease – Part 1
I never thought I would be writing about food and disease, as I am no expert. But, we all have...
Sunnyside Acres Urban Forest
Thanks to a small group of local residents that came forward in 1986 when the mayor and council of the...
Garlic & Sun-Dried Tomato Hummus
2 to 3 cloves of garlic1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes (I use the non-oil type)2 tbsp olive oil2 tbsp + 1...
The Right Plant for the Right Spot
Before you head off to the garden centre to buy plants, take a look at the spot you want to...
Pacific Ninebark
Pacific Ninebark (Physocarpus capitatus) is a deciduous shrub belonging to the rose family that generally likes moist riparian type habitats,...
