Celebrating Dirt
This week, we got some yard work done. I was amazed at how much work there was to do to maintain the soil: We had to rake out the old…
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July 3, 2021
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Moon time
Everyone has a favorite memory of the moon. Growing up in India when I was young, about 6-7 years old, I was not scared of the dark. Fear of the…
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May 24, 2021
Nature walk supports cognitive brain development
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Nurture Better Brain by Nature Walking
Around the world, May is generally a warm month. #Flowers are in full bloom. #Animal families are growing, and then there is an #abundance of green and natural life all…
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May 8, 2021
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Well being through Eco-Art- Therapy
Engaging in Art about nature deepens the connection with nature and provides well being. Picture courtesy: Wikimedia commons We all have a unique, deep, connection with nature. It could be…
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May 1, 2021
Green spaces are important for us.
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Earth Day Pledge: ‘Vitamin G’ Everyday
Contradictions abound about our choice of the location we live. We long for nature to relax, but we live crowded in the cities. Most human beings now live in the…
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April 19, 2021
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A Visit to the Mountain
Over the weekend, we visited the mountains. It was exceedingly warm with bright sunshine. That was a good thing as we got to see flies, bees, butterflies, and birds flew…
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August 10, 2020
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Trees for Girls
I recently read a book that has everything this blog celebrates- #nature, #culture, #science, and #women. The book 111 trees by Rina Singh left me filled with wonder, silence, and inspiration. It…
July 12, 2020
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Why Kids Need Nature in Urban Areas
Playing outdoors is necessary for children. Picture courtesy As the urban neighborhood continues to expand and towns become assimilated into cities, the need for finding green spaces become critical for…
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June 16, 2019
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Kids and Bees: Young scientists at work
A group of 8-year old’s made history 9-years back. They designed experiments with bees and like scientists made a note of their observations and tested their own hypotheses. This blog…
June 1, 2019
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Bringing Nature to Prisons
Prison is one of the bleakest places created by humanity. It is sterile. Filled with fear, hostility, and anger. It is a hard place for people who did not know…
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May 26, 2019
