Saving Florida’s Coral Reefs
“Citizens and scientists can stand on the shore perplexed, helpless, with their arms crossed – cussing at the sand. Yet until humans make things happen – nothing happens.”
Floridians and Hurricanes
“The best way to think of a hurricane is like a strong tornado that goes on for hours rather than minutes. But unlike tornadoes, we get warnings well in advance.”
Ten Things I Learned at the Dollar Store – Part 2
“I couldn’t stop noting interesting things about the dollar store. So here’s 10 more…”
To Kill a Blue Jay – Symbolism in Harper Lee’s Masterwork
“I think this distinction between the two birds is the symbolism Harper was trying to express. Mockingbirds are naturally more sympathetic in the context of Lee’s prose.”
Drones and Wildlife
“Certainly there’s a common sense gut-check line we should use when it comes to animals we need to observe — not pursue – whatever the reason might be.”
Smoky, Creamy Clam Chowder (or Oyster Stew) Recipe
“When done, it should have a three-way balance of sweet, creamy seafood flavor at the tongue, shellfish flavor at the palate, and smoky beach flavor…”
OK, the Names of Fish Can Be Unsexy
“Sheepshead: I’m sorry. I never got the name. We raised a lamb on our farm as a kid, named Burt Lambcaster, and he did not look like this. “
Life Before Air Conditioning
“We cherished every cool breeze that came along, so much so we would stop a conversation to say, “Oh, that was a nice one,” and continue unabated.”
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