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Memory doesn’t fail as we age after all

Everyone Knows Memory Fails as You Age. But Everyone Is Wrong. Even 20-year-olds forget the simplest things. By Daniel J. Levitin Dr. Levitin is a neuroscientist. Credit...No Ideas I’m 62 years old as I write this. Like many of my friends, I forget names that I used to be able to conjure up effortlessly. When packing … Continue reading Memory doesn’t fail as we age after all →

Books that can drive you nuts if you’re female

A Female Rage Reading List: 16 Books That Scream to Be Read An increasing number of novels are putting women’s anger front and center. Here are some of our favorites. By Francesca Donner Jan. 10, 2020Updated 6:47 p.m. ET “Novels and plays throughout history have starred women who insist on doing it their way. But never in … Continue reading Books that can drive you nuts if you’re female →

Hidden Apple Watch tricks

This is a very handy list of essential things that you can easily do with your Apple Watch. https://www.rd.com/advice/apple-watch-hacks/ 15 Hidden Apple Watch Hacks You Didn’t Know About Leah Campbell You aren’t using your Apple Watch to the fullest if you don’t know about these expert-recommended hacks. via amazon.com The first time you held an … Continue reading Hidden Apple Watch tricks →

Climate threats to your favorite birds by zip code

Never let anyone say the Audubon Society isn't leading edge. Check this out. https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/2020/01/interactive-audubon-society-tool-shows-climate-threats-to-backyard-birds/ Interactive Audubon Society tool shows climate threats to backyard birds It displays information by ZIP code. By Diana Madson Wednesday, January 8, 2020 You may enjoy gazing out the window and seeing familiar birds like goldfinches, robins, or warblers flitting between … Continue reading Climate threats to your favorite birds by zip code →

Pure fun — how they ran the squirrel census in Central Park

This article is comprised of photos, maps, and drawings with text overlays. You'll simply have to click thru. https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2020/01/08/nyregion/central-park-squirrel-census.html?action=click&module=Editors%20Picks&pgtype=Homepage

Written for the holidays, but good anytime — being a good guest when offered hospitality

Great reminders about being a good guest for a meal or evening. 5 Holiday Dinner Guest Tips No One Taught You Be a splendid companion this holiday season and New Year. Credit...Sarah Kobos By Lesley Stockton Ms. Stockton is a senior staff writer at Wirecutter, a product recommendation site owned by The New York Times Company. … Continue reading Written for the holidays, but good anytime — being a good guest when offered hospitality →

Almonds stress local water supplies and the bees pollinating the orchards

The current craze for almond milk has not only stressed the water supply in growing areas but also burdened the bees that are needed for pollination. https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2020/jan/07/honeybees-deaths-almonds-hives-aoe 'Like sending bees to war': the deadly truth behind your almond-milk obsession Bees are essential to the functioning of America’s titanic almond industry – and billions are dying … Continue reading Almonds stress local water supplies and the bees pollinating the orchards →

Romance Writers Association facing withdrawals by major publishers

I wrote earlier about a dispute about racism in romance novels that led to an ill-considered disciplinary action against the complainant. Despite a withdrawal of the action, major publishers have now decided not to participate in this summer's annual conference. Not only do they provide funding, but many attendees may decide not to come. One … Continue reading Romance Writers Association facing withdrawals by major publishers →