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Sowing: Metagenomics, science as metaphor
There is a relatively new field of scientific study called metagenomics. Just as geneticists are tracking the human genome, they are also tracking the genomes of myriad living things. In the world of microbiology, tracking the genomics of a pathogen … Continue reading
Sowing: Star Trek: Connected by Our Differences
“I am pleased to see that we have differences. May we together become greater than the sum of both of us.” -Surak of Vulcan, Star Trek: TOS, episode #77, “The Savage Curtain” There are few pop culture phenomena that serve … Continue reading
Sowing Magic
Sowing seeds is an act of faith. You take a few specks, press them into some dirt, give them a drink, and then… really, you’re dependent on magic for the rest. But magic does deliver, else we wouldn’t continue to … Continue reading
Ecology: Standing on the Side of Love
Almost three weeks ago, the Atlanta area experienced an “extreme weather event”, the effects of which were so catastrophic that they made national news. People were stranded for hours on the icy roads, in freezing temperatures, without food or water. … Continue reading
Ecology – Permaculture: Valuable Resources, No Waste
Where in our lives do we consume nature’s resources? Where in our lives do we allow nature to provide us with renewable resources? These are the fifth and sixth principles of permaculture–principles which we can apply both to our interactions … Continue reading
Valentine’s Day – Ecology of Love
With this theme of ecology, we are spending this month honoring our connection to the environment. We see the results of our self-centered carelessness in the many environmental crises that we face today. We know that our actions have to … Continue reading