by Paul Douglas | Oct 16, 2019 | Weather
Embracing Autumn – Back to the 60s by Friday Monday’s technicolor sunset was something only Walt Disney could have imagined; colors I’ve never seen before dancing above the western horizon. One of my (many) foibles: can I be in the moment and just...
by Paul Douglas | Oct 16, 2019 | Weather
Consider Coping Skills for a Minnesota Winter In my heart of hearts I’m a warm-weather summer guy – but I appreciate all of Minnesota’s seasons. All 28 of them. As daylight sputters, ice flutters, my lawn disappears under a cold, concrete crust and I...
by Paul Douglas | Oct 15, 2019 | Weather
Long Term Climate Advantages to Living Here? It may not feel like it after this weekend’s cold, flaky weather tantrum, but Minnesota may be far more climate-resilient than other parts of the USA. As the west heats up and dries out, with more frequent fires and...
by Paul Douglas | Oct 14, 2019 | Weather
If We Could Only Fast-Forward Through The Bad Stuff… I have a new vice to add to my 100 Worst Habits list. My wife and I have started taping our favorite college football team. Only if they win do we agree to watch the game, fast-forwarding through the...
by Paul Douglas | Oct 13, 2019 | Weather
Good News: Less Weeding – Fewer Allergies October in Minnesota is an acquired taste. Like liver and onions. Opera (in Italian). Punk polka. When it’s good, it’s VERY good. But often, it’s not. I’m giving thanks for many things: allergy...
