“Extra Strength Maalox” The black lettering on the clear wrapper was repeated three times, leaving no doubt as to the contents. The individual packet was torn and empty now. The tablet used, the container discarded. Millions of these little packages are used and thrown away each day, I'm sure. But this was the first one I had ever found in a hunting blind on our ranch!
Trees and the continuing effect on them after Uri the Deep Freeze that wiped out many oaks and fruiting trees like figs, pomegranates, and peaches.
I have been watching the after-effects of Winter Storm Uri, especially on the Live Oaks, so I went to agrilifetoday.tamu.edu. I strongly suggest you do some research at this site.
I have survived another Halloween. I sat on the porch ready to hand out candy but discovered that lots of trick-or-treaters didn’t want to walk up my driveway. I will find a different way to distribute. Maybe I will give candy to the library to hand out with their candy.
Reason magazine published an article last July that reported the findings of a team of European researchers, which was headed by Jefim Vogel, who is the sustainability researcher at the University of Leeds. I’m not sure where Leeds U. is located, but I’m guessing somewhere in Europe. Or maybe England.
Moving can be difficult in any circumstance, but transitioning from the city to the suburbs can be particularly challenging. Here are tips to help you transition between the two living environments.
Take Time to Adjust
Cities have a lot to offer, such as an abundance of jobs and entertainment. There’s also a certain culture in urban areas that make them special places.
Diatoms are among the most important organisms in the world that you probably never think about. Scientists estimate that up to half of the Earth’s oxygen in our atmosphere is produced by diatoms, which are abundant in fresh and salt waters of the world. Yes, you can thank the trees and other land plants for some of the oxygen we breathe, but it is really diatoms and other tiny aquatic photosynthesizers that do most of the work.
Diatoms are single-celled algae (aquatic photosynthetic orga ...
The deadline for young producers to sign up for Texas Farm Bureau’s (TFB) Young Farmer & Rancher Discussion Meet is Friday, Nov. 1. “Young farmers and ranchers are the future of agriculture,” Will Frey, Mason County Farm Bureau president, said. “The Discussion Meet is an opportunity to discuss some of the current challenges facing agriculture and develop solutions.” To prepare for the contest, contestants are provided information on five issues that impact agriculture.
Two or more ...
Diatoms are among the most important organisms in the world that you probably never think about. Scientists estimate that up to half of the Earth’s oxygen in our atmosphere is produced by diatoms, which are abundant in fresh and salt waters of the world. Yes, you can thank the trees and other land plants for some of the oxygen we breathe, but it is really diatoms and other tiny aquatic photosynthesizers that do most of the work.
Diatoms are single-celled algae (aquatic photosynthetic orga ...
Last week I wrote about some Hill Country native trees and shrubs that are not rare, but certainly not common. In the process of writing I realized there were more trees and shrubs in that category than I thought, so here are several more.
Bigtooth maple (Acer grandidentatum) is the famous tree of Lost Maples State Park.
It is a busy week for library events. On the 28, 29, and 30th from 9:00 to 4:00, the Friends of the Library are hosting their Book and Bake Sale at the Mason Community Building by the Puncherdome. If you have any last minute donations, feel free to drop them off at the Community Building (NOT the library) on Tuesday or Wednesday.
