Imagine getting a letter from a dear friend inviting you to party where you would be exposed to smallpox. This is how the history of vaccinations began in the West.
The History of Vaccination
Author: notes with coffee
When I'm not watching the world around me I'm an animal lover, naturalist, woodworker and photographer. The order changes daily.
Pine Tree Cradles Full Moon
taken on May 30, 2018 (for photography buffs: Nikon D5100, ISO 400, 400 mm, f/6.3 1/800) enjoy the views Kate July 20, 2018
Dog Language – Play Groups
I often take my puppy and my camera to a play group. I took this series of photos on a sunny afternoon not long ago. Let me introduce the cast of characters: Olive, a Golden Retriever, is a puppy and submissive to everyone. She is timid but loves to play. Beta, a white Shepard is … Continue reading Dog Language – Play Groups
Shellac – the Details
Shellac has a long history. It was known as far back as the Vedic period in India around 3,000 years ago when it was used as a medicine as well as a dye. In later years it became a popular finish known for its durability and ease of use. In the West it was used … Continue reading Shellac – the Details
What’s CRISPR?
Genetic modification is easy. Perhaps you’ve done it yourself. Are you a gardener? Do you save seeds? If you chose seeds only from the best plants you are modifying the genetics of succeeding generations. This sort of selective breeding has been going on for centuries. It takes generations, but over time plants and animals can … Continue reading What’s CRISPR?
More Chickens
Chickens are wonderful animals. I don't know why. They wander around muttering and scratching in the grass looking for bugs. They usually flock together but sometimes someone (usually Big Red, top of the pecking order) heads off on her own. I used to let them out to wander the property. But, I have a puppy … Continue reading More Chickens
Crate Training your Dog
When I was a kid, in the 60’s, we got a puppy and did what everyone at the time did. We taught her to sit, and, training complete, threw her outside. She came in again when she was old enough not to mess in the house, but she mostly lived outside. Of course, we kids … Continue reading Crate Training your Dog
Where April Went. A Story of Writing Block
I didn't write for a month. I've been lamenting my writing block, trying to figure out how to break through. I decided to examine it more closely. I sat down in my favorite chair with coffee close to hand. Then Beadle started bothering the cat, so I told her to get down, and removed the … Continue reading Where April Went. A Story of Writing Block
Freezing Frogs: Survival of the Coldest
how do frogs survive the winter? they freeze
puppy play
Beadle is now 12 weeks old and I've gone from hating puppies to thinking they're kind of cute. In other words, she is now sleeping through the night. In the past month she has gone through many changes (the most important to my mind being that increased bladder control). She has gone from 13 to … Continue reading puppy play
The Nature of Things 