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Jim Hoagland On our monthly bird surveys on the SaddleBrooke Ranch nature trail, I am often asked, “What binoculars should I get for birding?” Binoculars are the go-to optical tool for most serious birders. Compared to spotting scopes or long-lens cameras, binoculars are more portable and convenient. To answer the question, let’s start by understanding…
In 2007, the Worcester family, along with veterans and others who had helped with their annual wreath ceremony in Arlington, Va., formed the nonprofit Wreaths Across America™(WAA) to expand the reach of the annual program. The WAA concept was to help members of groups around the country who also wanted to place remembrance wreaths at veterans’…
Ann Coziahr November is the month of thankfulness and gratitude! The Golden Goose Thrift Shop is so very thankful for and grateful to our extraordinary family of volunteers, donors, customers, and staff! Thank you all for helping us make good things happen every day for local children, seniors, and families in need! The Goose has…
Brandon Wainwright As any pet parent will tell you, the joy, love, and comfort that comes with adopting an animal companion is a blessing rivaled by few experiences life has to offer. What they’ll also tell you is that losing an animal companion can be more emotionally devastating than just about any of life’s many…
David Zapatka Reader and dear friend Ellen Engel suggested I look at Mental Floss’ article on contronyms. I subscribed to Mental Floss for years and enjoyed the magazine. Today, you can only read it online, as its print version has been discontinued. Contronym noun con·tro·nym | ˈkän-trə-ˌnim variant – contranym: a word having two meanings that contradict one…