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As mentioned, I’m still having fun watching the Fish Doorbell, but I haven’t actually seen any fish. That’s fine, it’s more of a meditation than anything (and we could all use some zen right now, amirite?) but some days the world is grey and you just want to chill out with the ocean.

For that, I give you a coral reef in Florida:

Underwater camera documents daily life on a Miami coral reef

The Coral City Camera shows endangered corals that are thriving and remarkably resilient in the heart of Miami’s busy port. The live feed has helped scientists gain a new understanding of the value and beauty of something they call “urban corals.”

A thing I learned: “Rip rap are large pieces of rock that armor a shoreline, protecting it from erosion, storm surge and sea level rise.”

Because the world is awesome, and so is science.

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I’m still watching the Fish Doorbell (it’s been quiet at the times I’m on but it’s still fun), and now I’ve added a new livestream to my list of “things to watch when I need a minute of chill.”

If you also need a minute of chill, check this out:

Livestream of moose migrating to their summer pastures fascinates millions | AP News

Before Swedish slow TV hit “The Great Moose Migration” began airing Tuesday, Ulla Malmgren stocked up on coffee and prepared meals so she doesn’t miss a moment of the 20-day, 24-hour event.

“Sleep? Forget it. I don’t sleep,” she said.

Here’s the direct link to this distillation of slow Swedishness: Den stora älgvandringen – Idag 00-00 | SVT Play

Despite the many ongoing challenges of animals in the modern world, there’s something deeply comforting about this reminder that the non-human world continues to turn.

And moose are still on the loose.

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Of all Nature’s gifts

Bright sun, warm rain, skies above…

You bring naught but joy.

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Photo by Marcus Woodbridge on Unsplash

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If you happen to live in a place that will have clear skies tonight (or tomorrow), rejoice! It is time for that highlight of the annual meteor shower cycle, the Geminids.

Geminids meteor shower: What to know, viewing tips – NPR

The Geminids, which are bright and have a yellow hue, are considered one of the best and most reliable annual meteor showers, when at least 120 meteors are usually seen per hour during its peak, NASA says. 

The Geminid meteor shower peaks in the middle of December, with the most activity this year expected late Friday and into early Saturday, according to NASA.

Alas, we expect snow and clouds here tonight, but I’m happy knowing that you, dear reader, might have a chance to see one of the most spectacular shows in the solar system.

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Photo by Venti Views on Unsplash

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Apple Season

One great thing about fall is that it’s apple season. Not that the modern world doesn’t have apples year round, but what better time to enjoy this fruit? Maybe it’s just me and my apple crumble fixation. 

That said, my love of apples has nothing on this guy’s:

Apple Rankings by The Appleist Brian Frange – Comedian Brian Frange

Brian Frange is a comedian and writer who has been yelling about apples for years… 

Start by entering an apple type, scrolling down to browse, or heading over to the list of Apple Rankings, and enjoy the detailed yet humorously opinionated descriptions.

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Photo by LeeAnn Cline on Unsplash

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Did you know that the traditional Japan almanac recognized 72 micro-seasons?

Japan’s 72 Microseasons | Nippon.com

In ancient times the Japanese divided their year into 24 periods based on classical Chinese sources. The natural world comes to life in the even more vividly named 72 subdivisions of the traditional Japanese calendar.

I thought of that fact this morning when I woke to what felt like a sea change in the weather. The overnight temperatures have been dropping, of course, but there is something else.

Along with a new chill in the air, the morning started with fog that wound between houses, draping the neighborhood in a layer of mystery. The cries of geese echoed down from above as they arrowed south.

It is the season of feathers and fog.

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Photo by Ian Cumming on Unsplash

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“I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.”

— L.M. Montgomery

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Photo by Josh Hild on Unsplash

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Tinged in Red

Nights are cooler, the afternoon sky is a crisp blue, and the outermost leaves of the giant maple tree across the street are tinged in red. It must be time for fall foliage predictions!

Fall foliage map: When and where to expect autumn colors

Click through for animated maps and links to more info, explainers, and a printable coloring book for the kiddos (or you, I don’t judge!).

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Photo by Chad Madden on Unsplash

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This is just all kinds of delightful:

Giant Trolls in Detroit Lakes Bring the Public on a Fairy Tale Adventure

The Danish artist has continued to expand his work in America and has just completed his most ambitious project ever with Alexa’s Elixir. Located in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, the exhibition takes people on a journey to solve a riddle and find a Golden Rabbit.

Sculptor, recycling artist and activist Thomas Dambo makes giant trolls and shares them with the rest of us. And when they say “giant,” they mean it!

If you happen to be in the Detroit Lakes area of Minnesota, this looks like a lot of fun.

WHERE ARE MY TROLLS ? LOST 9 SCULPTURES IN MINNESOTA! – YouTube

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Photo by Sean Foster on Unsplash

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Wait, today is the summer solstice already? Not quite sure how that happened but here we are, almost halfway through the year. That’s a little scary (time, it flies!) and a lot reassuring: the world keeps turning, no matter what. 

So here we go again!

Summer solstice: Everything you need to know about the longest day of the year

The summer solstice is Thursday, June 20. It’s the longest day and shortest night in the Northern Hemisphere. It’s also the first official day of summer.

Happy summer!

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Photo by Ankit Sood on Unsplash

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