Tag Archives: Comics

Things to think about on Monday

I’m a real believer in comics as a reflection of what’s happening in the world. But, both of these gave me something to think about. The fascists (aka NAZIs) have brought back diseases one thought to be erradicated. I started reading the comic strip Francis when Francis was Pope. Now the comic strip, although stillContinue reading “Things to think about on Monday”

Some humor to start the week

As we are entering Fall we are looking forward to some autumnal fun and enjoyment. And that’s what they don’t exist together! Somehow we sadly missed seeing Cicada killers this year. And back to preying mantises. Preying mantis sex can be tough on males. At the Mantis café. And now the final family photo. MoreContinue reading “Some humor to start the week”

BC explains extinction

We are all concerned about plants and animals that have gone extinct, or are facing extinction. I have unfortunately seen a bird that is now extinct – the Cozumel Thrasher. I can also think of three species of birds in northern North America that have gone extinct since the 1970s. First the Ivory-billed Woodpecker (theContinue reading “BC explains extinction”

Some humor to survive the cold

The temperature last night dipped down to -4F – outside. Fortunately the furnace company got to the cabin and solved our problem. Even better was that the guy had the part needed on his truck. Things like that you can never be sure of in the U.P., but it usually works out since they knowContinue reading “Some humor to survive the cold”