Our version of "On Golden Pond" is Jerry Pond

With all the cutbacks, we still have a nice little treasure pretty much in the center of town called Jerry Pond.  Here are some snapshots from our visit yesterday.

And on the human side, it's hard for many people to appreciate how cold the water is in Northern Maine, especially this year but.......oh, to be young again! (Quality isn't very good)

Can't think of a Father's Day gift?

Father's Day isn't far away!  Don't want to give the boring shirt or tie?  How about a stainless steel money clip with original photography?  Doesn't have any cash?  It will hold plastic money too--credit cards, debit cards, etc.! :)

Check it out here:  Money Clip at Maine Nature online store

Penobscot River Flood of 2011

This will give you some idea of what I mean when I say "the mighty Penobscot River"

See the following pictures and more in a slide show here:
One Ride Home shown on Slidely

These were taken at Harrington Lake and "on the way home" couldn't pass the cribworks on the West Branch of the Penobscot River without stopping.  The river never lets me down!  She always shows me "a different set of clothes" and what mood she's in today!  Any of these can be made into a greeting card made with archival quality paper suitable for framing or photos matted or unmatted from 4x6 to 8x10 sizes for photo only, or matted 5x7 to 11x14.

The mighty West Branch of the Penobscot River!  This and other selections of my photography are listed under the "For Sale" tab above, as well as on my Facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/pages/Maine-Nature-Nostalgia/120640282185

Bad Seeds and GMO Crops

When are we going to wake up and stop this madness?
Argentina's Bad Seeds and GMO Crops

Recalls of Aflatoxin-Contaminated Dog Food Have Begun

If you feed dry dog food to your pet, please read this article by  Dr. Becker, a veterinarian, who repeats her recommendations to transition to another type of diet and avoid any pet food containing corn o corn products.  After studying many labels here locally, it's almost impossible to find any dry food for dogs or cats not only without corn as the first ingredient, let alone any corn.

I had a dog and a cat who were having pretty severe health problems and both improved almost over night when I stopped dry food.  If you search Dr. Becker's site you will also find other articles on the subject.

Recalls of Aflatoxin-Contaminated Dog Food Have Begun

Sugary Drinks Linked to 180,000 Deaths Annually

This is one of the best summaries on hidden sugars that I've seen.....

Sugary Drinks Linked to 180,000 Deaths Annually

Celebrate the Winter Solstice

Take a break from the craziness of commercialized Christmas.........and the craziness of the world we live in...seems like it would do us good to be a little more grounded....

http://life.gaiam.com/article/how-have-solstice-celebration 

Excessive Feeding of Birds & Wildlife

It's a very windy day today & spores from dried droppings accumulated from drawing large numbers of birds and animals can cause problems to the animals and to humans. Pigeons in particular can cause serious health risks from disease organisms that can grow in the nutrient-rich accumulations of bird droppings, feathers and debris. 

histoplasmosis can affect both humans and animals and is transmitted by airborne spores from soil contaminated by pigeons' droppings as well as droppings from other birds. Usually, the enrichment of the soil by the birds' droppings for two years or more allow the disease to reach significant levels of development

Similarly, the Cryptococcus is found in the accumulations of pigeon droppings around nesting sites like attics, cupolas, ledges and water towers.


http://technorati.com/lifestyle/article/the-dangers-of-bird-feeding/

If you're having problems in your area, check out my petition of a sample ordinance that may help:

http://www.thepetitionsite.com/220/561/266/stop-excessive-feeding-of-wildlife/

Cancer Causing items commonly found around your home

This is a good summary of the many things commonly found around your home that are known to be cancer causing and some ideas for alternatives

http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2012/11/12/cancer-proof-home.aspx?e_cid=20121112_DNL_art_1

Stop Excessive Wildlife Feeding

While many people mistakenly think they are helping animals, feeding them, especially excessively, causes a multitude of problems for the animals and for humans.  In the process of researching this I found a web site called PAWS.  Please take the time to check into the issues at their site, http://www.paws.org/feeding-wildlife.html.  Also be sure to read their "About" page.

As PAWS describes so well:  " We are the kind of people who delight in the company of an animal friend, who are awed by a majestic eagle in flight. Like you, we understand that animals enrich our lives. We also know they cannot speak for themselves and need protection. That is why PAWS brings together people like you to ensure animals are respected, safe and have a voice."

Please sign my petition to encourage our Town Council to adopt an Ordinance and maybe even duplicate this for your town, here:
Help Stop Excessive Wildlife Feeding

The Plight of Maine Loggers

Anyone who cares about the Maine woods and logging should take the time to read this:

http://thecameraandquill.com/?p=28  

Notes on fructose and other important dangers of how and what we eat

This article is a good summary of how to counteract the terrible way we eat today, why what we're told to eat is not good, the danger of fructose that's hidden in so much of what we eat. http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2012/04/30/fructose-and-protein-related-to-obesity.aspx?e_cid=20120430_DNL_art_1

Decoding Pet Food Industry Doublespeak

Decoding Pet Food Industry Doublespeak:

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The 3 Best Pet Foods for Your Canine or Feline

The 3 Best Pet Foods for Your Canine or Feline:

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A trombone for Roger

Can you help with a good cause?  The "Wicked Good Band"'s  friend and musical mentor, Roger Snow, was in a serious automobile accident last week. Roger, 87, walked away without a scratch. His beloved trombone, however, did not. Will you help us purchase a new trombone .


Roger lives and breathes music. He continues to gig - playing nursing homes throughout Southern Maine with his band, which includes Wicked Good Band's own Steve Bither.
Roger has given the gift of music his entire life. Won't you help us give back?
We're wicked grateful for your generosity!

You can safely contribute through PayPal, it's quick & easy, any amount would be great, just click the link below:

A trombone for Roger:

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Dog Treats Causing Deaths

After seeing something on Wagon Train Dog treats causing deaths I Googled Wagon Train (of course the first posting was their site with a headline saying how wholesome they are), check this web site for yourself http://www.consumeraffairs.com/pets/waggin_train.html

A letter to a Trucker's Wife--from the truck!