Have you ever wondered why leaves change color? I did a little research to understand this intriguing mystery. Deciduous trees suck up sunlight in summer to maximize growth and then drop their leaves in winter. Blame it on chlorophyll – the pigment that aids in photosynthesis and makes leaves green. When it gets cooler, chlorophyll becomes greedy and...Read More

It’s that time again – Olympic fever is mounting as the postponed Summer Games are ready to begin. You can sum up what the Olympics deliver in a word – unity. Bringing global athletes together in competition unifies the world, if only for 17 days. The goal of the International Olympic Committee is “building a peaceful and...Read More

As Covid appears to be releasing its grip just as we venture outside to enjoy Spring, those infrequent creatures from below the surface are emerging to invade our trees, golf courses and outdoor dining venues with their annoying sounds.  Billions of Brood X cicadas are about to make their grand entrance, after 17 years in...Read More

After a long, cold winter, lingering Covid concerns, and the effects of darkness, spring has arrived. Recently, I heard the classic by George Harrison, Here Comes The Sun and decided it’s the perfect anthem to usher in the new season. This song seemed to pair well with one of my favorite newsletters – The Optimist....Read More