Journal 62 I-rack, Soccer, Baby Animals, Trees

To my disappointment, America bombed Iran last night. I am greatly disappointed in America’s actions. The majority of Americans do not want this involvement. From when I was in middle school: Apple I-rack (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rw2nkoGLhrE)

To unwind, I have been watching women's soccer. I have preferred the UEFA games because they feel more professional. I tried watching American NWSL games, but they feel very campy to me. I think that high amount of rainbow flags can make lesbians uncomfortable. Not to the mention the amount of “progressive” rainbow flags. On corner flags, on staff t-shirts, everywhere. Is this a soccer match or a stage for gender ideology?

Also, I have made an effort to eat well and consume a wide variety of foods. Eating well gives you the strength to deal with stress.

The weather has been hot and humid. Next week it’s going to be over 100F. The heat can reduce your appetite. My cat also has less of an appetite when it’s hot, and the humidity bothers her joints. So between the heat and the stress, it takes work to find ways to pack the food into everyone.

I do have a nice thing to share: Out from underneath the woodpile has emerged a baby groundhog! He or she is sooooooo cute!!! The baby followed the mama like “follow the leader”, copying everything she did. I hope their health didn’t get affected by the chemical spraying.

Many baby animals have been nourished by the mulberry tree this year. Birds, chipmunks, squirrels, groundhogs. All from one tree! It is a wild variety that grew on its own, so I don’t know if it’s edible for humans, but the animals love it.

Bio-diversity is important! Too often, when a new house is built, all of the old trees are taken down, and grass is placed. When the residents decide to plant trees, they go to the store and buy a familiar tree like a red maple or a white oak. But lots of other people in the neighborhood have these trees, and nobody thinks to plant a scrub oak.

There are many other trees and bushes that would grow naturally in an area, some of which produce wild fruit, sap, and other useful matter that animals rely on. But these unique and local varieties might not be available at the store. Some produce organic matter that people don’t want to clean up. What do you think is a good solution?

Thank you for spending time with me.

Please have a safe and peaceful week ahead.

Asya Carrino