Today I’m remembering the many who marched—and those who died all along the way—as history was written 49 years ago in the marches from Selma to Montgomery (and beyond). As we…
Happy Spring Equinox! Somewhere under the two feet of snow we have here in Vermont are crocus waiting to bloom…
Two of my favorite things in life are photography and gelato. Both can now be enjoyed in one of my favorite Central Vermont locations—with the addition of another favorite: Botswana!…
We are fortunate—for the 17th years—to have the Green Mountain Film Festival take over the town later this week. For many it keeps winter-weary minds off the fact that Spring…
More snow is coming! Maybe 20″ if, in my opinion, we are lucky!! And chances are good it will not be the last big storm either. Because I know some…
The name “Painted dog” is appropriate given the remarkable coloration of their fur but, make no mistake, these are very much wild dogs that hunt in highly organized packs with…
Among the most delightful moments we had watching birds in Botswana was seeing the commensal relationship between Southern Ground Hornbills and Southern Carmine Bee Eaters. We watched as two Hornbills…
This post is a detour from Botswana! Rob and I have gotten out with cameras several times this week. Still very cold and snowy and, in my opinion (not shared…
Many of the 174 new bird species we saw in Botswana—and thanks mainly to our very knowledgeable guides actually identified—a considerable number were true gems, little flying jewels. Of course…
Of the many species of birds we enjoyed seeing in Botswana—174 new to me (but who’s counting!)—the Saddle-billed Stork was one of the most impressive. It is huge, nearly five…