I'm sick of winter. It's the right time of year for that statement. It's early March and I'm ready for signs of spring. Unfortunately, we're expecting up to a foot of snow tomorrow. It's the right time of year for that as well. I want green, but it looks like I'll have to wait. So, … Continue reading Polar Vortex
I'm having a hard time making my brain work. We have a new puppy. If you have ever lived with a puppy you will know why those statements go together. I'm eating my lunch and resisting the urge to gently rest my head on my plate for a short nap. This time of year when … Continue reading New Puppy!
What is Phi all about anyway?
I went to a cat show this weekend. If you have never been I recommend it. I saw some fantastic cats. If you are used to the domestic short hair or long hair, some of these cats might look unusual. They did to me! Enjoy the pix If you enjoyed this … Continue reading Cat Show
climate isn't weather weather isn't climate
photos of beautiful ice formations
fun with infinity
I’d like to introduce you to a cloud. It’s called Asperitas and it’s a beautiful thing (although it can accompany some ferocious weather). It was recently recognized as a supplemental feature of the species stratiformus by the World Meteorological Organization on March 23rd 2017 (World Meteorological Day). Clouds are complicated things as anyone who has … Continue reading An Introduction to Clouds
I’ll give you a hint. It’s not an insect. Need another hint? A seed? Yes, it’s a seed. But what is the plant? Another hint: it’s the favorite food of Monarch butterflies. Yes! It’s the magnificent milkweed.
how does photosynthesis work?
The Nature of Things 