When was the last time that you looked to the sticky feet of a gecko for inspiration on a work problem? Or how about considering the irridescent qualities of a peacock feather in an attempt to solve a puzzle? I admit that sometimes cutting edge theory or science can be too far removed for me to tie my brain around and presented in any other context, the idea of biomimicry might have been one of those stretch concepts.
A dragonfly shedding it's exoskeleton
Posted by Tammy on August 16, 2011
https://agrigirl.com/2011/08/16/biomimicry-what-would-nature-do/
“I am thankful for laughter, except when milk comes out of my nose.” The quote from Woody Allen describes the condition that triggers the release of endorphins, our natural feel-good chemicals that promote a sense of well-being and have also been shown to relieve pain. It also triggers the release of milk from one’s nostrils but never mind.
flickr.cc.2.0/photos/chrishuggins
Posted by Tammy on August 4, 2011
https://agrigirl.com/2011/08/04/laughter/
When my kids’ were a bit younger, on the 100th day of school, the Zero Hero appeared and celebrated with bags of 100 things; Cheerios, pretzels, goldfish crackers – you get the picture. Today, however is my 100th blog post. I recognize that it’s peanuts compared to some of you uber-productive bloggers who churn out multiple posts per day but given that my goal was 50 – 150 posts per year, I’m on track.
Zero Hero Sneaking a Popsicle
Posted by Tammy on July 30, 2011
https://agrigirl.com/2011/07/30/100th-blog-post-recycle-reuse/
I will be the gladdest thing
Under the sun!
I will touch a hundred flowers
And not pick one.
~Edna St. Vincent Millay (more…)
Posted by Tammy on July 26, 2011
https://agrigirl.com/2011/07/26/flower-photography-blooms/
One of the greatest benefits of eating seasonally is that foods begin to speak of the seasons themselves. I only need to hear the words rhubarb crisp or see a photo and I’m instantly cast into mid-July. Peaches, berries, and sweet corn do something similar to me. But here in the desert where it’s so brutally hot, it’s hard to contemplate a dish that will require us firing up the oven. Conversely, there’s nothing so welcome as a cool refreshment.
Paletas de Pepino - okay the sticks are a little off-center!
Posted by Tammy on July 21, 2011
https://agrigirl.com/2011/07/21/paletas-cucumber-popsicles/
As it goes, “many parts are edible.” Those were words designed to sell Post Grape Nuts cereal years ago. They also catapulted natural diet enthusiast Euell Gibbons to stardom.
Eating a Pine Tree
Posted by Tammy on July 16, 2011
https://agrigirl.com/2011/07/16/ever-eat-a-pine-tree/
Okay, I was sold a bill of goods. I was told that there was a wide rolly trail from Sunriver, OR to Bend. I saw it as a great opportunity to rent a bike, spend time in a gorgeous outdoor setting with my husband and exercise my wide rolly body.
Oregon Trail Rash
Posted by Tammy on July 7, 2011
https://agrigirl.com/2011/07/07/lessons-from-mountain-biking/
My friend, Bill McDorman is a seed saver. He and his wife, Belle Starr are the Executive and Deputy Directors of the Native Seeds Search, a wonderful organization dedicated to saving, distributing and documenting the adapted and diverse varieties of agricultural seeds of the American Southwest and northwest Mexico. I promise a future post about their incredibly important work but today I want to show you a fun video that Bill shared on facebook. (more…)
Posted by Tammy on June 30, 2011
https://agrigirl.com/2011/06/30/missoula-coyote-choir-grow-your-own-food/
My friend confided in me that her husband will never leave her for another woman. Rather, she might lose him to a good Osso Bucco. I’m certain that you’ve heard the old adage, that the stomach is the pathway to a man’s heart but over the last few years there is growing evidence that the true path to the heart is through one’s teeth.
Showing the Pearly Whites
Posted by Tammy on June 27, 2011
https://agrigirl.com/2011/06/27/dental-health-promotes-heart-health/
It’s Father’s Day and as usual, I’m terrible about these events. I was traveling this week and although there’s a card in my office, I didn’t time it right – which is why it’s still sitting in my office. Clearly put, gifting is not my love language. In fact, when I took the Chapman survey, it’s my lowest value. But put differently, when I think about lessons as gifts, I suddenly become much more appreciative and find that I’m very willing to pass them along.
My Dad and My Grandma and the Bluebonnets of Texas
Posted by Tammy on June 19, 2011
https://agrigirl.com/2011/06/19/tammys-top-ten-the-t3-report-lessons-from-my-dad/
A wife, a mom, an executive, a certified leadership coach and a breast cancer survivor. I love learning and I love to write and I'm often fascinated with the life lessons that come from my kitchen. Focusing on community-based Placemaking is the way that I work towards creating a healthier planet.
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