Blog by
Author DJ Mathews
Cruising Mt. Airy and Mt. Pilot
Cruising Mount Airy and Mount Pilot, NC (Almost published several years back) "Welcome to America's hometown," the deejay announced to visitors on Mount Airy's Main Street. Mount Airy, North Carolina, the real town that inspired the fictitious town of Mayberry...
Rain, Salamanders, and Bears (Oh My)
Mother Black Bear and cubs Rain, Salamanders, and Bears (Oh My) Spring is "usually" somewhat unpredictable. And when one organizer told me I could help at the "bear table" (for Master naturalist related...
Natural Florida Is Interesting To See
Natural Florida is interesting to see... Florida is a unique state, being so close to the Caribbean and the equator. Its warm temps attract a lot of wildlife, like alligators, all kinds of birds, even the Florida panther, the last struggling to survive due to...
Some Interesting People to Know — Black History Month
SOME BLACK HISTORY ITEMS TO KNOW Even though our recent federal administration seems to be against DEI – diversity, equity, inclusion – as though it were some kind of disease, February is still “Black History Month” and is still important. For centuries the Black...
Mussel Salvage Rescue
Mussel Salvage Rescue an Important Event On the hunt for mussels to salvage at Claytor Lake State Park's lake (VA). Although it's been several years since I was personally involved, every few years Claytor Lake, part of Claytor Lake State Park near Dublin,...
Is There a Bird Friendly City
Is THERE A BIRD FRIENDLY CITY? When we visited D. C. (the U. S. capital) earlier this year I noticed it was a big city like others who seem to have a monopoly on some living things (besides people): some trees, squirrels, a few big rats (TRUE) and, of...
My mission
Extensively, I will provide ideas and examples on managing money better, paying for an education, dealing with doctors, and good ideas or deals when it comes to travel. I will also consider science, as it relates to my book “Great American Women in Science and Environment.” Science and the future can be both a good or bad thing, depending on your consumer choices and outlook. And writers can always use tips on how and where to make money. I will do regular blogs on these issues, seeking always to inform in an entertaining manner.
