Tag: chaparral type conversion

When Factual Arguments Fail – Nearly Always

In Pursuit of Logic: Part III of V There is truth in the world. Contrary to popular belief, truth is not all socially constructed. Determining truth can be a relatively simple, straightforward process when the facts are assembled by conscious beings other than Homo… Continue Reading “When Factual Arguments Fail – Nearly Always”

Investigating the Fragility of the Chaparral (Part II)

The magic of youth is not in the superficial, but in the unfettered expression of the authentic self. The beauty of age is the wisdom to rediscover the same, if the courage can be found to recognize and accept fallibility. The difficulty many adults… Continue Reading “Investigating the Fragility of the Chaparral (Part II)”

Native Shrublands: Past, Present, and Future

It is interesting to think about what natural California was like in the past, and sobering to consider its future. Below are several photos that will offer a few point/counterpoints when discussing how to treat the nature we have left. The loss of native… Continue Reading “Native Shrublands: Past, Present, and Future”