"For Art may err, but Nature cannot miss." -- John Dryden, The Cock and the Fox Underwater public arts projects created by the visionary Jason deCaires Taylor are not just unique exhibition spaces for divers and snorkelers to enjoy. They're also examples of successful marine conservation efforts as the sculptures serve as habitats for all sorts … [Read More...] about Art Underwater
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Beautiful & Fascinating
The memory of my grandmother, an avid 'up-cycler', carefully cutting off buttons from the family's time-worn clothes and saving both the buttons and fabric for future use, is what probably inspired me to hold onto buttons. Kept in a zip storage bag, my eclectic assortment has grown slowly over the years -- It isn't a large or valuable collection. … [Read More...] about Beautiful & Fascinating
Beauty and Strength
The word "calisthenics" comes from two ancient Greek words: kallos (which means beauty, perfect, or good) and sthenos (which means great strength, courage, and determination). In late 19th century, calisthenic exercises were introduced in Australia as a means to keep people fit and healthy, and these exercises gradually morphed over the decades … [Read More...] about Beauty and Strength
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Catch a Falling Star
How to catch and snap amazing views of 2020 Perseids meteor showers around the globe
Word Play
“Writing is its own reward”—Henry Miller
Mysteries of a Galaxy
New images provide a wondrous view of the Universe and clues to understanding how galaxies are formed
How To Beat the Bull
The best problem solving advice comes from a world champion bull rider
Artisan
“To practice any art, no matter how badly, is a way to make your soul grow. So do it.”—Kurt Vonnegut
My Tree Swing
A ‘how-to’ guide to building a tree swing and rediscovering the fun and uplifting benefits of swinging
Ballet Backstage
Personal stories and behind-the-scenes look at life in ballet
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Upsurge
"When it all comes together... it's like, man, this is the moment." -- Ray Collins Chris Bryan loves filming in the ocean more than anything. In fact, it's his passion, and he says capturing the … [Read More...] about Upsurge
Saving Our Ocean
The global Ocean covers 72% of the Earth surface, and it does more than its share to sustain life on Planet Earth. It feeds us, and is the source of the water we drink and the air … [Read More...] about Saving Our Ocean
Monarchs on the Move
A UNA MARIPOSA MONARCA (To a Monarch Butterfly) by Homero Aridjis (translated by George McWhirter) Tu que vas por el día como un tigre alado quemándote en tu vuelo dime qué vida … [Read More...] about Monarchs on the Move
Among The Trees
"No more walks in the wood; This is the aftermath Of afternoons in the clover Fields where we once made love Then wandered home together Where the trees arched above, Where we made our own … [Read More...] about Among The Trees
The California Brown Pelican
Brown pelicans (Pelecanus occidentalis) can be found on both coasts of the Americas and are quite common along the coast of California, but it is a very unique pelican and its survival was at one time … [Read More...] about The California Brown Pelican
