MBDC’s Cradle to Cradle is going public. William McDonough states that the program is in a teen-age stage of development. In a previous work-life I managed adolescent programs and made a few observations along the way. Adolescents are moving toward the ability to step out on their own, but don’t quite have sure footing. This [...]
Never before this year have I seen cascades of black locust bloom such as that on display right now in full glory…. That means that the bees have lots of bloom to pollinate and honey to make. There is an old hive of bees on an historic farmstead that I’m entrusted with the care of. [...]
The Blue Ridge Parkway has been called “America’s Favorite Drive”. The section of the Parkway that connects Linville Falls to Grandfather Mountain is now re-opened. Christmas ice storms snapped trees all across the High Country region resulting in downed power lines and road closings.
