Eisenia fetida, the red wiggler worm, is the tiny livestock that never sleeps. It eats what many of us throw away and turns it into rich, dark castings that feed soil and plants. In homes, schools, and farms across the United States, this little worm powers worm bins, manure systems, and compost projects that run […]
When we talk about Texas history in the United States, we often hear about Spanish missions, cowboys, and oil. Behind all of that stands a much older story. The Lipan Apache are part of that story. They are an Apache people whose homelands stretch across what is now Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and northern Mexico. […]
Step into almost any serious succulent collection and one plant always steals the show. A tiny starfish bloom sits on top of a spiky green mat, and in the center is a glossy ring that looks exactly like a gummy candy. That wild little plant is the lifesaver cactus, Huernia zebrina, and its cousins in […]
Tomato plants are the classic American backyard crop. We tuck them beside the porch, in raised beds, on patios, even on balconies. A ripe tomato still warm from the sun tastes like summer itself—sweet, bright, and a little bit wild. In this guide, we’ll walk through how to grow strong, productive tomato plants in the […]
On a March morning in 1912, a quiet mountain town stepped into the national spotlight.In less than a minute and a half, gunfire turned a county courthouse into a battlefield. Fifty-seven shots ripped through the room.Five people died right away.Another would die of wounds soon after. The shooters came from one powerful local family: the […]
Hyperfocus And The Power Of Attention Attention feels small and simple.It is just where your mind rests in this moment. Chris Bailey’s book Hyperfocus treats attention as the real engine of productivity, creativity, and meaning.When you guide your attention on purpose, you get more done in less time.You also feel more present in your life. […]
This week at Aaron’s arboretum feels big.We filled baskets with food from the garden.We set nine new maple trees into the ground.We flew the drone and saw the whole property from the sky. In other words, the dream is turning into a real, living place.Tree by tree.Row by row.Shot by shot. You and I are […]
Scientists, archaeologists, and everyday people are always making new discoveries. New finds do not only come from big labs or famous dig sites. Many of them appear in quiet homes, deep forests, and busy city streets. You and I live in a world that still has secrets under the floor, under the trees, and under […]