Category Archives: Animals

Lessons Learned the Hard Way

Originally posted and written in 2011 It’s been awhile since I’ve posted about some of my trials and errors when it comes to gardening (and nature in general) so in light of the fact it is not a good day … Continue reading

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What’s Eating Your Petunias?

Originally posted July 2012 Golden-Mantled Ground Squirrel at Seven Falls in Manitou Springs, Colorado Photo by Cindy Pierce June 2012 The above photo is by far one of my favorites of all time. I took it a few weeks ago … Continue reading

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Persistent Pansies

If you are looking for an outdoor blooming plant that can take the cold weather and come back for more, pansies are your best bet. Pansies are quite resilient and will persist even after being buried for a couple of … Continue reading

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Where Have All the Geckos Gone?

Originally Posted 1/25/2013 I love geckos. I love them for many reasons: I think they are are cute. They have super-hero suction feet. They are kindof transparent, especially on their underside. They have big, beautiful eyes. They are lightning fast … Continue reading

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Snow Blindness in Dogs . . . in Dallas?

Hello everyone!  I have been debating which topic to write about the past few days in light of the very odd ice and snow storm we experienced this week in the Dallas area. Having lived here my entire life, I … Continue reading

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Don’t Send Your Hamster to Heaven Too Soon!

Originally published 2/21/2011 WARNING . . . WARNING . . . If you are about to eat breakfast, lunch, or dinner, you may wish to forego this post! Also, if you aren’t particularly fond of little furry creatures (essentially, mice … Continue reading

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