There is nothing harder for people than trying to change the trajectory of their lives after it had been set one way for so long. Whether it’s recovering from an addiction, leaving an abusive partner, or simply having a difficult life with difficult choices, making legitimate change for oneself to make their life better takes…
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In Dover Township, Pennsylvania, the landlord of an apartment house, Susan Craver, made a strange discovery in the aftermath of a recent rain storm. This storm caused an old hemlock tree, which Craver’s father had planted about 50 years ago, to break off around 20 feet from the ground. Luckily, no one was hurt by…
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Plenty of people out in the world love pancakes, but a surprising amount of them have never once tried crepes. Offering the taste of a pancake in the style of an omelet, crepes offer a delicious flavor with an incredible variety for newcomers to test out. One kind everyone must try at least are crepes…
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One thing bird owners must always consider regarding their pet’s health is the state of the bird’s beak. However, while the beak is paramount to a bird’s overall health, many owners have a hard time assessing the state of their bird’s beak and knowing what to do when problems do arise. To get an idea…
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Given its losses in manufacturing, Detroit has seen significantly lower population numbers every year, with many people emigrating from the city and moving on. Even if Detroit is a “shrinking city,” dropping to a population level it can handle, there are a few positive attributes of this phenomenon, and one involves bees. Specifically, backyard beekeeping…
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The decline of reported honeybee colonies has been widely publicized for several years, leading to many organizations and individuals to contribute in some way to the fight to bring those numbers back up. Some people simply plant bee-friendly flowers and cut down on pesticides, some companies hold fundraisers for research, and some very dedicated individuals…
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Because of their significance to pollination and the national food supply, it’s crucial that honeybees and other pollinating species receive more attention from the average person, especially attention toward the things contributing to their declining numbers. Whether it’s colony collapse disorder (CCD), diseases, malnutrition, pesticides, or lack of habitat, there is much hindering bees all…
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Given the typical summer heat many of us face on a yearly basis, no one needs to tell us twice about staying hydrated once the temperature outside spikes into the mid-90s. During wintertime, however, which most people likely count the days until, that same healthy initiative is not something as regularly touted. This fact is…
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With summer in full swing, many are trying their hardest to stay cool without overextending their utilities bills. Luckily, one of the easiest ways to cool off during the summer, besides sinking into a pond, lake, river, or ocean, is a simple bowl of ice cream. For those who are brave enough to go beyond…
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Fortunately, in many corners of the world, there are people and organizations out there that are willing to put forth their time, money, and effort into helping animals in need, especially after other animals or people have hurt them in some way. For one donkey in the United Kingdom, who is cutely named Eeyore, the…
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For former Marine Roy Saenz, beekeeping has become a part of his everyday life. Each Tuesday in South Bend, Indiana, he dons his old desert camo, some gloves, and his bee veil—the outfit he uses for tending—and he spends much of his day from there caring for roughly 55,000 honeybees. Starting with the local Potawatomi…
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With the current threats facing bees and other pollinators, including pesticides, diseases, and habitat loss, various nations and leaders are doing what they can to help increase population numbers. At the same time, however, some initiatives can be helpful while others may have unforeseen consequences. For example, the government of Israel intends to pass a…
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Given the heightened spotlight honeybees are currently in right now in many countries, the general public is learning that the right course of action when they spot a seemingly dangerous swarm of bees is to call a local beekeeper and not the exterminator. Many bee species are already on the decline, even with the help…
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Without honeybees and other pollinating species, human beings’ survival situation would become much more precarious. Given their irreplaceable role in agriculture, bees are, without a doubt, fundamental. Whether it’s vegetables, fruits, nuts, or dairy and meat from cows and other livestock, who rely on bee-dependent grasses like alfalfa, bees are responsible for much of what we…
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Some people struggle with the concept of eating more salads, especially if it is with the intent of eating healthier. For those who are still on the edge of diving in, here is a recipe that will not only provide some healthy greens into your diet but also some wonderful flavors brought in by ingredients…
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