healthyfoodhouse--2020-05-23--2020 Atlantic Hurricane Season Could Be ‘Record-Breaking’

Nowadays , it seems that we are all praying for hearing some good news .
Yet , experts are predicting that in the coming months , things could get even worse !
While struggling with the fears brought by the COVID-19 pandemic , they warn that we might witness a record-breaking Atlantic hurricane season this year !
It is expected to be quite active , with record-high temperatures in many parts of the world ’ s oceans .
On April 21 , 2020 , Penn State ’ s Earth System Science Center ( ESSC ) revealed that this year , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 15-24 actual named tropical cyclones .
Since 2012 , we have not had 19 or more named storms in a year .
They used the statistical model of Kozar et al .
and explained : “ The assumptions behind this forecast are ( a ) the persistence of current North Atlantic Main Development Region ( MDR ) sea surface temperature ( SST ) anomalies ( +1.1 °C in early to mid-April 2020 from NOAA ’ s Coral Reef Watch ) throughout the 2020 hurricane season , ( b ) the development of mild @ @ @ @ @ @ @ conditions by boreal late summer and early fall 2020 ( ENSO forecasts here ; we used mid-April 2020 ) , and ( c ) climatological mean conditions for the North Atlantic Oscillation in boreal fall/winter 2020-2021 .
If no La Niña develops , then the prediction will be slightly lower : 18.3 +/- 4.3 storms ( range of 14-23 storms , with a best guess of 19 ) .
” Many experts agree that in the next few months , the Pacific will cool and will eventually prevent an El Niño , La @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a weather pattern that protects the Atlantic from storms .
Over the last several years , tropical storms have aggravated , mainly due to climate change .
The seasonal outlook from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) also forecast that the 2020 Atlantic hurricane season will be unusually active , with 13-19 named storms , 6 to 10 hurricanes , and 3 to 6 major hurricanes .
In such a case , it could be the fifth consecutive above-average hurricane season , beating the previous record of four consecutive seasons @ @ @ @ @ @ @ University predicted a total of 16 named storms anticipated to form in the Atlantic Basin overall , including tropical storms , which is again above the average of 12 named storms .
AccuWeather , based in State College , Pa. , forecast above-average season too , with 14-18 named storms , while Penn State University believes this will be one of the most active Atlantic tropical seasons on record .
Axios , the Federal Emergency Management Agency ( FEMA ) , is currently preparing a document that lists preparations for surviving a pandemic @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have declared a state of emergency , hurricanes will be approaching areas that are already vulnerable .
The Atlantic hurricane season starts June 1 , and ends on November 30th .
These are the names of the storms and hurricanes : Arthur , Bertha , Christobal , Dolly , Edouard , Fay , Gonzalo , Hanna , Isaias , Josephine , Kyle , Laura , Marco , Nana , Omar , Paulette , René , Sally , Teddy , Vicky , and Wilfred .

Nowadays, it seems that we are all praying for hearing some good news. Yet, experts are predicting that in the coming months, things could get even worse!
While struggling with the fears brought by the COVID-19 pandemic, they warn that we might witness a record-breaking Atlantic hurricane season this year!
It is expected to be quite active, with record-high temperatures in many parts of the world’s oceans.
On April 21, 2020, Penn State’s Earth System Science Center (ESSC) revealed that this year, (2020) there might be between 15-24 actual named tropical cyclones. Since 2012, we have not had 19 or more named storms in a year.
They used the statistical model of Kozar et al. and explained:
“The assumptions behind this forecast are (a) the persistence of current North Atlantic Main Development Region (MDR) sea surface temperature (SST) anomalies (+1.1 °C in early to mid-April 2020 from NOAA’s Coral Reef Watch) throughout the 2020 hurricane season, (b) the development of mild El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO)-negative conditions by boreal late summer and early fall 2020 (ENSO forecasts here; we used mid-April 2020), and (c) climatological mean conditions for the North Atlantic Oscillation in boreal fall/winter 2020-2021.
If no La Niña develops, then the prediction will be slightly lower: 18.3 +/- 4.3 storms (range of 14-23 storms, with a best guess of 19).”
We predict one of the most active Atlantic hurricane seasons on record (20±4 named storms) | “The 2020 North Atlantic Hurricane Season: Penn State ESSC Forecast”: https://t.co/MNs6uvpX0Z@Penn_State @PSUClimate @PSUEarth @PSUEMS pic.twitter.com/VfKa89cuNl — Michael E. Mann (@MichaelEMann) April 27, 2020
Many experts agree that in the next few months, the Pacific will cool and will eventually prevent an El Niño, La Niña’s opposite half, and a weather pattern that protects the Atlantic from storms.
Over the last several years, tropical storms have aggravated, mainly due to climate change.
The seasonal outlook from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) also forecast that the 2020 Atlantic hurricane season will be unusually active, with 13-19 named storms, 6 to 10 hurricanes, and 3 to 6 major hurricanes. In such a case, it could be the fifth consecutive above-average hurricane season, beating the previous record of four consecutive seasons from 1998 to 2001.
Colorado State University predicted a total of 16 named storms anticipated to form in the Atlantic Basin overall, including tropical storms, which is again above the average of 12 named storms.
AccuWeather, based in State College, Pa., forecast above-average season too, with 14-18 named storms, while Penn State University believes this will be one of the most active Atlantic tropical seasons on record.
Axios, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), is currently preparing a document that lists preparations for surviving a pandemic during hurricane season. As all states have declared a state of emergency, hurricanes will be approaching areas that are already vulnerable.
The Atlantic hurricane season starts June 1, and ends on November 30th.
These are the names of the storms and hurricanes: Arthur, Bertha, Christobal, Dolly, Edouard, Fay, Gonzalo, Hanna, Isaias, Josephine, Kyle, Laura, Marco, Nana, Omar, Paulette, René, Sally, Teddy, Vicky, and Wilfred.
Sources:
www.greenmatters.com
anewspost.com
www.washingtonpost.com
www.miamiherald.com


healthyfoodhouse--2020-05-23--Bulldog Loves Looking At People Through Hole In Fence – So, Owners Paint Adorable ‘Costumes’

Being curious in life is good , as an inquiring mind offers numerous benefits , but being nosy often causes some kind of trouble .
Especially if you are a dog .
Bogart the bulldog and his bulldog mamma Winston from Gråsten , Denmark , are just too small to peer over the top of their garden fence .
Therefore , their owners , Ranveig and Claus Levinsen , cut a few head-shaped holes in the fence , so they can watch the rest of the world outside .
Yet , to make things funnier , they decided to amuse @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fence surrounding the hole .
In this way , whenever they poke their heads through the hole , Bogart and Winston look like a king and a jester !
This family has well and truly won at lockdown entertainment !
Ranveig explained that she is living in the southern part of Jutland/Denmark in an old house ( 1814 ) together with her husband , and their two bulldogs : “ He ( Bogart ) is a 4-year-old English Bulldog , almost ‘ homemade ’ —we have his mother , Winston ( she doesn @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ) , and we decided that she should have puppies .
[ … ] She [ had ] 8 , and we kept Bogart—he was the smallest and totally cute .
He has a [ unique ] personality , and he is so funny—I really do love that little guy.
” “ We are living close to a walking path , so many people pass by every day , and the dogs are just so curious .
To prevent them from skipping the fence , we made the holes , but even if @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the other side , I just thought it would look even [ funnier ] if we painted something .
You know , like in amusement parks where you can have your photo taken in these kind of holes.
” She eventually decided for a crown and a jester hat , and the actual paintings were done by her daughter .
One passer-by recorded Bogart peeking through the fence and uploaded the video to social media .
In it , one can hear people laughing as they record the nonchalant expression of Bogart , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ quickly took off , and Ranveig re-shared the video with the caption : “ Bogart has gone viral in Denmark—he has also got on one of Denmark ’ s biggest influencers ’ Instagram profile , and now I can see that he ’ s [ on ] a Norwegian dog group too.
” People were thrilled to see the hilarious dogs , and the video was posted onto Danish news and media page 112nyheder , where it instantly went viral .
In these challenging times , having something to laugh at while taking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ !
After the video , Bogart has become a local celebrity , and neighbors keep visiting him to take a giggle .
Ranveig admitted that she never expected such a response , adding that complete strangers reach out to her to tell that her dog and the fence painting are hilarious .
She said that she is “ blown away that my little dog has gone viral—just because he looks goofy .
”

Being curious in life is good, as an inquiring mind offers numerous benefits, but being nosy often causes some kind of trouble. Especially if you are a dog.
Bogart the bulldog and his bulldog mamma Winston from Gråsten, Denmark, are just too small to peer over the top of their garden fence.
Therefore, their owners, Ranveig and Claus Levinsen, cut a few head-shaped holes in the fence, so they can watch the rest of the world outside.
Yet, to make things funnier, they decided to amuse passers-by and painted hilarious illusions onto the fence surrounding the hole. In this way, whenever they poke their heads through the hole, Bogart and Winston look like a king and a jester!
This family has well and truly won at lockdown entertainment!
Ranveig explained that she is living in the southern part of Jutland/Denmark in an old house (1814) together with her husband, and their two bulldogs:
“He (Bogart) is a 4-year-old English Bulldog, almost ‘homemade’—we have his mother, Winston (she doesn’t care about the male name), and we decided that she should have puppies. […] She [had] 8, and we kept Bogart—he was the smallest and totally cute. He has a [unique] personality, and he is so funny—I really do love that little guy.”
She added:
“We are living close to a walking path, so many people pass by every day, and the dogs are just so curious. To prevent them from skipping the fence, we made the holes, but even if it was funny to see them from the other side, I just thought it would look even [funnier] if we painted something. You know, like in amusement parks where you can have your photo taken in these kind of holes.”
She eventually decided for a crown and a jester hat, and the actual paintings were done by her daughter.
One passer-by recorded Bogart peeking through the fence and uploaded the video to social media. In it, one can hear people laughing as they record the nonchalant expression of Bogart, totally unaware of it all.
It quickly took off, and Ranveig re-shared the video with the caption:
“Bogart has gone viral in Denmark—he has also got on one of Denmark’s biggest influencers’ Instagram profile, and now I can see that he’s [on] a Norwegian dog group too.”
People were thrilled to see the hilarious dogs, and the video was posted onto Danish news and media page 112nyheder, where it instantly went viral.
In these challenging times, having something to laugh at while taking a walk around the neighborhood is precious!
After the video, Bogart has become a local celebrity, and neighbors keep visiting him to take a giggle.
Ranveig admitted that she never expected such a response, adding that complete strangers reach out to her to tell that her dog and the fence painting are hilarious.
She said that she is “blown away that my little dog has gone viral—just because he looks goofy.”
Watch the hilarious video:
Sources:
www.boredpanda.com
www.sadanduseless.com
www.goanimals.co


healthyfoodhouse--2020-05-23--Dad Who Can’t Afford To Buy Son A Backpack Weaves Him One Out Of String

One should never take things for granted .
The things we have and we don ’ t even notice are a luxury for others .
Therefore , we should learn to appreciate everything we get in life and be grateful even for the smallest things .
The story of a Cambodian student NY Keng and his father is a perfect example of it .
At the age of 5 , NY Keng needed a backpack for school .
He lost his only bag during a school trip to Thailand .
Yet , his father couldn ’ t afford to buy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ his wife both work as casual laborers who often travel to Thailand as migrant workers .
Therefore , instead of saving money to buy something too expensive for them , his father decided to get creative .
In Cambodia , a schoolbag costs 30,000 Riels , equivalent to 7 US dollars .
This region of Cambodia is populated with farmers , and most of them find it challenging to afford school supplies for their children .
The father had numerous other things to spend that money on , so he thought of another @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has learned the skill to weave previously , and he made a custom-made backpack for his son .
The final product was an attractive backpack made from blue Raffia fibre string , a trusty material that itself made of polypropylene .
It is waterproof and easy to clean with a damp cloth , and it was complete with a strap and buckle .
NY Keng ’ s teacher , Sophous Suon , was impressed by it !
Suon took photos of the bag and shared them online .
The story quickly went viral @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the boy a school bag .
It was much more than a simple pack to store things inside , and that is why people around the Globe were fascinated by it .
“ People said that it ’ s heartwarming , touching , cool and creative father , love this bag .
Few foreigners asked for contact to send him the bags and my school leader already send his contact for them.
” The bag is both , practical and high-quality .
Everyone just loved the woven backpack , and one even joked @ @ @ @ @ @ @ business selling woven bags to hipsters .
NY Keng should be proud of his father !

One should never take things for granted. The things we have and we don’t even notice are a luxury for others.
Therefore, we should learn to appreciate everything we get in life and be grateful even for the smallest things.
The story of a Cambodian student NY Keng and his father is a perfect example of it.
At the age of 5, NY Keng needed a backpack for school. He lost his only bag during a school trip to Thailand.
Yet, his father couldn’t afford to buy a new one, as he and his wife both work as casual laborers who often travel to Thailand as migrant workers.
Therefore, instead of saving money to buy something too expensive for them, his father decided to get creative.
In Cambodia, a schoolbag costs 30,000 Riels, equivalent to 7 US dollars.
This region of Cambodia is populated with farmers, and most of them find it challenging to afford school supplies for their children. The father had numerous other things to spend that money on, so he thought of another way to help his son.
He has learned the skill to weave previously, and he made a custom-made backpack for his son.
The bag is impressive!
The final product was an attractive backpack made from blue Raffia fibre string, a trusty material that itself made of polypropylene. It is waterproof and easy to clean with a damp cloth, and it was complete with a strap and buckle.
NY Keng’s teacher, Sophous Suon, was impressed by it!
Suon took photos of the bag and shared them online.
The story quickly went viral, with numerous people offering to buy the boy a school bag. It was much more than a simple pack to store things inside, and that is why people around the Globe were fascinated by it.
Suon explained:
“People said that it’s heartwarming, touching, cool and creative father, love this bag.
Few foreigners asked for contact to send him the bags and my school leader already send his contact for them.”
The bag is both, practical and high-quality.
Everyone just loved the woven backpack, and one even joked that the father should start a small business selling woven bags to hipsters.
NY Keng should be proud of his father!
Sources:
www.boredpanda.com
shareably.net
www.unilad.co.uk


healthyfoodhouse--2020-05-24--Meet The Hyalophora Cecropia, The Locust Moth, The Largest Native Moth In North America

Butterflies and moths both belong to the family Lepidoptera , and many people don ’ t know the difference between them .
All these fluttering insects are beautiful , but butterflies are undoubtedly more popular .
Yet , moths can be as vivid , diverse , and captivating as them .
These insects with fresh eyes can be of 160,000 species , and most of them are nocturnal .
While most moths have subtler coloring , the cecropia moth , Hyalophora cecropia Linnaeus , is among the most spectacular of the North American Lepidoptera .
The continent ’ s largest @ @ @ @ @ @ @ known as giant silk moths , a family of big-sized moths with showy appearance .
It naturally occurs in hardwood forests from the Rocky Mountains to the Atlantic coast , ranging as far north as Nova Scotia and as far south as Florida .
The Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences does not consider this species “ a serious pest in any parts of its range.
” These moths do not cause trouble for people , apart from crowding the electric lights in spring and early summer .
Some scientists believe that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ moonlight as a useful navigational tool .
When a moth comes near an artificial source of light , like a street lamp , it becomes disoriented and starts flying in circles in a constant attempt to maintain a direct flight path .
While they can vary in size , the wingspan of these moths is around 6 inches .
Their wings are brownish , with red near the base of the forewing , and crescent-shaped spots of red with a whitish center .
There is a dark eye spot and a tinge of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ front wing .
Their body is hairy and reddish , and the belly has alternating bands of red and white .
Their host plants are usually maples , but they can also be spotted on cherry and birch trees .
Adults only live for a few weeks , with the sole purpose to mate and lay eggs , while the caterpillars , that are also harmless , feed on leaves all summer .
They are bluish-green and have a pair of yellow projections on each body segment on the back .
Hyalophora cecropia @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wide range of host plants .
Unfortunately , the number of these majestic moths is on the decline .
The main reasons include the destruction of woodlands , parasitoids , ladybugs , and squirrels , as well as our outdoor lights since they interfere with their navigation systems .
Therefore , be prepared to see a cecropia moth this year in the backyard , but make sure you turn off your porch lights in the evening !

Butterflies and moths both belong to the family Lepidoptera, and many people don’t know the difference between them. All these fluttering insects are beautiful, but butterflies are undoubtedly more popular.
Yet, moths can be as vivid, diverse, and captivating as them. These insects with fresh eyes can be of 160,000 species, and most of them are nocturnal.
While most moths have subtler coloring, the cecropia moth, Hyalophora cecropia Linnaeus, is among the most spectacular of the North American Lepidoptera.
The continent’s largest native moth belongs to Saturniidae, also known as giant silk moths, a family of big-sized moths with showy appearance.
It naturally occurs in hardwood forests from the Rocky Mountains to the Atlantic coast, ranging as far north as Nova Scotia and as far south as Florida. The Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences does not consider this species “a serious pest in any parts of its range.”
These moths do not cause trouble for people, apart from crowding the electric lights in spring and early summer. Some scientists believe that moths and other night-flying insects use the moonlight as a useful navigational tool.
When a moth comes near an artificial source of light, like a street lamp, it becomes disoriented and starts flying in circles in a constant attempt to maintain a direct flight path.
While they can vary in size, the wingspan of these moths is around 6 inches. Their wings are brownish, with red near the base of the forewing, and crescent-shaped spots of red with a whitish center. There is a dark eye spot and a tinge of lavender close to the tip of the front wing.
Their body is hairy and reddish, and the belly has alternating bands of red and white. Their host plants are usually maples, but they can also be spotted on cherry and birch trees.
Adults only live for a few weeks, with the sole purpose to mate and lay eggs, while the caterpillars, that are also harmless, feed on leaves all summer. They are bluish-green and have a pair of yellow projections on each body segment on the back.
Hyalophora cecropia larvae are big and feed on a wide range of host plants.
Unfortunately, the number of these majestic moths is on the decline. The main reasons include the destruction of woodlands, parasitoids, ladybugs, and squirrels, as well as our outdoor lights since they interfere with their navigation systems.
Therefore, be prepared to see a cecropia moth this year in the backyard, but make sure you turn off your porch lights in the evening!
Sources:
www.mnn.com
entomology.ca.uky.edu
clarygardens.org


healthyfoodhouse--2020-05-24--Meet The White-Browed Tit-Warbler, The Bird With A Beautiful Rainbow Coloring

Birds make our world an enchanting place .
With their pleasant melodies , colorful plumages , and joyful flights , birds bring positivity and brighten up our days .
What ’ s more , they can be of countless kinds , all of them unique in their own way .
One majestic bird , colored in all the colors of the rainbow , will charm you !
To be honest , its name is a bit silly , but its appearance is just splendid !
The quirky name comes from its identity as a “ Titmouse ” , a historical @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bird actually belongs to an entire family of rotund , tiny birds known as Bushtits .
Nature lovers from all around the world have fallen in love with these birds with purple-blue bodies , a soft pink belly , a brown top and a pale-colored , usually gray , brow .
These unique birds love in boreal forests and high-altitude regions in Asia , including central China , Russia , and the Himalayas , and eat insects found under roots and rocks .
During the mating season , white-browed tit-warblers generally live in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the season , they join flocks of 25 or more members .
They give high crisp-sounding notes .
Yet , as they are not easy to spot , take a look at these marvelous photos :

Birds make our world an enchanting place. With their pleasant melodies, colorful plumages, and joyful flights, birds bring positivity and brighten up our days.
What’s more, they can be of countless kinds, all of them unique in their own way. One majestic bird, colored in all the colors of the rainbow, will charm you! To be honest, its name is a bit silly, but its appearance is just splendid!
Meet the white-browed tit-warbler!
The quirky name comes from its identity as a “Titmouse”, a historical mishearing of “Titmase”. The bird actually belongs to an entire family of rotund, tiny birds known as Bushtits.
Nature lovers from all around the world have fallen in love with these birds with purple-blue bodies, a soft pink belly, a brown top and a pale-colored, usually gray, brow.
These unique birds love in boreal forests and high-altitude regions in Asia, including central China, Russia, and the Himalayas, and eat insects found under roots and rocks.
During the mating season, white-browed tit-warblers generally live in pairs, and at the end of the season, they join flocks of 25 or more members. They give high crisp-sounding notes.
Yet, as they are not easy to spot, take a look at these marvelous photos:
Sources:
ronproject.com
www.sonyaz.net
ebird.org


healthyfoodhouse--2020-05-24--9 Key Differences Between Successful And Unsuccessful People

Some people believe that they are just predestined to succeed in life and enjoy all its delights , while others believe they are simply unlucky and unable to gain in life .
Success requires hard work , strong will , and patience , but making your dreams come true is the biggest pleasure ever !
Yet , psychologists claim that the attitude is what really makes one a winner or a loser , as these people are different in terms of their habits and decisions .
Therefore , if you align and adjust your thoughts with successful people , you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ way other people see you .
“ Successful people do all the things that unsuccessful people don ’ t want to do.
” These are the main differences between successful and unsuccessful people : • Successful people read all the time , while unsuccessful spend their time in front of the TV • Successful people compliment others , and unsuccessful ones like to criticize • Successful people embrace change , and unsuccessful ones are afraid of changes • Successful people talk about their ideas , while unsuccessful ones talk about people • Successful @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and unsuccessful ones believe they know it all • Successful people accept their mistakes and learn from them , and unsuccessful ones blame others • Successful people are grateful , and unsuccessful ones have a sense of entitlement • Successful people set their goals and make plans to achieve them , while unsuccessful people don ’ t set goals Moreover , successful people listen first before they speak , and they are transparent , while those who fail in life are often protected and secretive .
They motivate others to succeed and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fail .
Successful people are not afraid of risks and are brave enough to ask for what they want in life and are not afraid of failure .
Dave Kerpen , the New York Times best-selling author of “ The Art of People ” says : “ Rejection and failure are two of the most paralyzing fears , and they often prevent people from asking for what they really want .
If we don ’ t ask for what we want we think on some level that we can ’ t fail ; @ @ @ @ @ @ @ But in reality we ’ re almost guaranteed that we ’ re going to fail because we ’ re not going to get what we want .
”

Some people believe that they are just predestined to succeed in life and enjoy all its delights, while others believe they are simply unlucky and unable to gain in life.
Success requires hard work, strong will, and patience, but making your dreams come true is the biggest pleasure ever! Yet, psychologists claim that the attitude is what really makes one a winner or a loser, as these people are different in terms of their habits and decisions.
Therefore, if you align and adjust your thoughts with successful people, you will dramatically change your life and the way other people see you.
John Paul DeJoria explains:
“Successful people do all the things that unsuccessful people don’t want to do.”
These are the main differences between successful and unsuccessful people:
Successful people read all the time, while unsuccessful spend their time in front of the TV
Successful people compliment others, and unsuccessful ones like to criticize
Successful people embrace change, and unsuccessful ones are afraid of changes
Successful people forgive others; unsuccessful people hold a grudge.
Successful people talk about their ideas, while unsuccessful ones talk about people
Successful people use all their time to learn, and unsuccessful ones believe they know it all
Successful people accept their mistakes and learn from them, and unsuccessful ones blame others
Successful people are grateful, and unsuccessful ones have a sense of entitlement
Successful people set their goals and make plans to achieve them, while unsuccessful people don’t set goals
Moreover, successful people listen first before they speak, and they are transparent, while those who fail in life are often protected and secretive. They motivate others to succeed and grow, while unsuccessful ones hope others fail.
Successful people are not afraid of risks and are brave enough to ask for what they want in life and are not afraid of failure.
Dave Kerpen, the New York Times best-selling author of “The Art of People” says:
“Rejection and failure are two of the most paralyzing fears, and they often prevent people from asking for what they really want. If we don’t ask for what we want we think on some level that we can’t fail; we can’t get rejected. But in reality we’re almost guaranteed that we’re going to fail because we’re not going to get what we want.”
Sources:
www.businessinsider.com
www.lifehack.org
brightside.me


healthyfoodhouse--2020-05-24--Rare Mutated Golden Australian Possum Is Named Pikachu

Do you remember the adorable Pikachu from the popular animated TV show and game Pokémon ?
If you do , you can now guess how cute one orphan possum is , as she was nicknamed after him !
The rare baby possum was found lying on the ground by a concerned member of the public .
Pikachu is only five months old and is believed to have probably fallen from her mother ’ s back .
She was brought into a Melbourne vet clinic and was nicknamed after the famous Pokémon character because she looked a lot like him .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ possum brought in to the clinic .
The golden color occurs due to a mutation that causes a low level of the pigment melanin which gives them their normal color .
They are so rare in the wild as although their bright color makes them look special to us , they also stand out to predators !
Luckily for this baby brushtail , she ’ s gone to carers to be raised and then will end up in a wildlife sanctuary so she can live a long happy life.
” The photo of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , with thousands of them sharing it and commenting on it .
Releasing her into the wild is unlikely as her unusual coloring might put her in danger .
As Dr. Kath Handasyde from Melbourne University ’ s School of Biosciences explained : “ One of the issues with unusual colors , particularly if they are pale , is this a nocturnal animal and if they are pale they are obvious to predators like an owl.
” Therefore , he added that her wildlife carer will decide about her future .
Caroline Dazey @ @ @ @ @ @ @ possums are living on Melbourne ’ s fringes too , but added : “ We do get calls about them , there are little pockets of them in Victoria and we try to keep their location secret to keep them safe.
” Australians , you are blessed for sharing the place with the cutest animals ever !

Do you remember the adorable Pikachu from the popular animated TV show and game Pokémon? If you do, you can now guess how cute one orphan possum is, as she was nicknamed after him!
The rare baby possum was found lying on the ground by a concerned member of the public. Pikachu is only five months old and is believed to have probably fallen from her mother’s back.
She was brought into a Melbourne vet clinic and was nicknamed after the famous Pokémon character because she looked a lot like him.
Boronia Veterinary Clinic And Animal Hospital wrote on Facebook:
“We recently had a very special possum brought in to the clinic. The golden color occurs due to a mutation that causes a low level of the pigment melanin which gives them their normal color. They are so rare in the wild as although their bright color makes them look special to us, they also stand out to predators!
Luckily for this baby brushtail, she’s gone to carers to be raised and then will end up in a wildlife sanctuary so she can live a long happy life.”
The photo of the adorable Pikachu has charmed people online, with thousands of them sharing it and commenting on it.
Releasing her into the wild is unlikely as her unusual coloring might put her in danger. As Dr. Kath Handasyde from Melbourne University’s School of Biosciences explained:
“One of the issues with unusual colors, particularly if they are pale, is this a nocturnal animal and if they are pale they are obvious to predators like an owl.”
Therefore, he added that her wildlife carer will decide about her future.
Caroline Dazey from Wildlife Victoria explained that other golden possums are living on Melbourne’s fringes too, but added:
“We do get calls about them, there are little pockets of them in Victoria and we try to keep their location secret to keep them safe.”
Australians, you are blessed for sharing the place with the cutest animals ever!
Sources:
www.businessinsider.com
www.theage.com.au
www.dailymail.co.uk


healthyfoodhouse--2020-05-25--Photographer Captures Photo Of Two Widowed Penguins Comforting Each Other Overlooking The Skyline

We all love penguins because they look amazing , sharply dressed in their tuxedos .
Yet , what else do we know about these animals ?
The picture released by one Australian wildlife photographer reveals their true nature , and it fascinated people !
These two birds look like comforting each other , and it is a once-in-a-lifetime shot photo !
The photographer , Tobias Baumgaertner , captured the touching moment in St Kilda , a suburb of Melbourne , but only recently shared the images on Instagram .
For hours , these two Fairy penguins stood on the rock @ @ @ @ @ @ @ snapped them with the Melbourne skyline as the backdrop , which boosts the contrast .
The photographer researched these birds while photographing them , and eventually found out that after the loss of their partners , they remain single .
Penguins mate for life , so they are entirely monogamous and remain by their partner ’ s side for the rest of their life .
Therefore , it seems that these two penguins understand each other ’ s pain and stayed together to comfort each other after the loss of their loved ones @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the truly lucky ones are those that can be with the person/people they love most .
I captured this moment about a year ago .
These two Fairy penguins poised upon a rock overlooking the Melbourne skyline were standing there for hours , flipper in flipper , watching the sparkling lights of the skyline and ocean .
A volunteer approached me and told me that the white one was an elderly lady who had lost her partner and apparently so did the younger male to the left .
Since then they meet regularly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hours watching the dancing lights of the nearby city .
The way that these two lovebirds were caring for one another stood out from the entire colony .
While all the other penguins were sleeping or running around , those two seemed to just stand there and enjoy every second they had together , holding each other by their flippers and talking about penguin stuff .
Pain has brought them together ; I guess sometimes you find love when you least expect it .
It ’ s a privilege to truly love someone @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” People from all around the world were heart-melted after seeing the photo .
Tobias explained that it wasn ’ t easy to get the shot just right : “ I spent 3 full nights with this penguin colony until I was able to get this picture .
Between not being able or allowed to use any lights and the tiny penguins continuously moving , rubbing their flippers on each other ’ s backs , and cleaning one another , it was really hard to get a shot but I got lucky during @ @ @ @ @ @ @ enjoy this moment as much as I did.
“ During these challenging times , this photo reminds us of the things that are truly valuable in life .
We should all stay together during hardships in life .
Everything is easier with a friend by your side .

We all love penguins because they look amazing, sharply dressed in their tuxedos. Yet, what else do we know about these animals?
The picture released by one Australian wildlife photographer reveals their true nature, and it fascinated people! These two birds look like comforting each other, and it is a once-in-a-lifetime shot photo!
But wait, read the back story!
The photographer, Tobias Baumgaertner, captured the touching moment in St Kilda, a suburb of Melbourne, but only recently shared the images on Instagram.
For hours, these two Fairy penguins stood on the rock, watching the skyline together. He snapped them with the Melbourne skyline as the backdrop, which boosts the contrast.
The photographer researched these birds while photographing them, and eventually found out that after the loss of their partners, they remain single. Penguins mate for life, so they are entirely monogamous and remain by their partner’s side for the rest of their life.
Therefore, it seems that these two penguins understand each other’s pain and stayed together to comfort each other after the loss of their loved ones.
Tobias wrote on Instagram:
“During times like this, the truly lucky ones are those that can be with the person/people they love most. I captured this moment about a year ago. These two Fairy penguins poised upon a rock overlooking the Melbourne skyline were standing there for hours, flipper in flipper, watching the sparkling lights of the skyline and ocean.
A volunteer approached me and told me that the white one was an elderly lady who had lost her partner and apparently so did the younger male to the left. Since then they meet regularly comforting each other and standing together for hours watching the dancing lights of the nearby city.
The way that these two lovebirds were caring for one another stood out from the entire colony. While all the other penguins were sleeping or running around, those two seemed to just stand there and enjoy every second they had together, holding each other by their flippers and talking about penguin stuff.
Pain has brought them together; I guess sometimes you find love when you least expect it. It’s a privilege to truly love someone, paradisiacal when they love you back.”
People from all around the world were heart-melted after seeing the photo.
Tobias explained that it wasn’t easy to get the shot just right:
“I spent 3 full nights with this penguin colony until I was able to get this picture. Between not being able or allowed to use any lights and the tiny penguins continuously moving, rubbing their flippers on each other’s backs, and cleaning one another, it was really hard to get a shot but I got lucky during one beautiful moment. I hope you enjoy this moment as much as I did.“
During these challenging times, this photo reminds us of the things that are truly valuable in life. We should all stay together during hardships in life. Everything is easier with a friend by your side.
Sources:
www.boredpanda.com
www.insider.com
awesomejelly.com


healthyfoodhouse--2020-05-25--20 People Who Have a Special Relationship With Cooking

Cooking is one of the best ways to kill time during the pandemic .
These days , many people have tried their skills in the kitchen .
It has numerous emotional benefits , and many people get into the kitchen as part of their treatment , a practice called “ therapeutic cooking.
” “ Cooking helps mental health in that it can be a creative outlet .
It ’ s a way to channel energy , can be used as a distraction , help build mastery in a skill and a way to express emotions through a different medium.
” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ family members , leads to balanced eating , relaxes , and boosts your self-love and organizational skills .
Everyone can make magic happen in the kitchen , as cooking is not complicated .
Yet , we all make mistakes when cooking , and some people are simply leading the game !
Here are 20 times people failed in the kitchen : 1 .
This is how my husband cuts up an avocado.. 2 .
This is my first banana bread .
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3 .
I cooked for my @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and after simmering for hours , the recipe said to pour it through a strainer .
12 .
Nothing is as it seems !
15 .
Storing raw meat right on top of the cooked meat .
17 .
“ My cousin cooked brownies in a bowl at 1 am .
18 .
“ Before she opened it , my wife put sour cream , salt , and pepper on the tilapia.
” 19 .
My boyfriend spent an hour preparing for our dinner , and all he bought was bread and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tried a Babybel for the first time .
“ Do you have a funny story from the kitchen ?

Cooking is one of the best ways to kill time during the pandemic. These days, many people have tried their skills in the kitchen. It has numerous emotional benefits, and many people get into the kitchen as part of their treatment, a practice called “therapeutic cooking.”
Counselor Nicole Lambert of Movement Counseling Services explained:
“Cooking helps mental health in that it can be a creative outlet. It’s a way to channel energy, can be used as a distraction, help build mastery in a skill and a way to express emotions through a different medium.”
Cooking helps you connect with the other family members, leads to balanced eating, relaxes, and boosts your self-love and organizational skills.
Everyone can make magic happen in the kitchen, as cooking is not complicated. Yet, we all make mistakes when cooking, and some people are simply leading the game!
Here are 20 times people failed in the kitchen:
1. This is how my husband cuts up an avocado..
2. This is my first banana bread. Follow me for more recipes!
3. I cooked for my wife. I started with chicken stock, and after simmering for hours, the recipe said to pour it through a strainer.
4. All I wanted was a baked potato!
5. It wasn’t glass!
6. Excellent cutting skills
7. The cutting board melted!
8. Jabbacado toast!
9. Wow!
10. Looks delicious!
11. This is rice.
12. Nothing is as it seems!
13. Wrong from the start!
14. “It’s a tad overcooked.”
15. Storing raw meat right on top of the cooked meat.
16. No more cutting.
17. “My cousin cooked brownies in a bowl at 1 am.
18. “Before she opened it, my wife put sour cream, salt, and pepper on the tilapia.”
19. My boyfriend spent an hour preparing for our dinner, and all he bought was bread and carrots.
20. “The wife tried a Babybel for the first time. “
Do you have a funny story from the kitchen?
Sources:
mutually.com
www.bustle.com
www.wellandgood.com


healthyfoodhouse--2020-05-25--NASA’s List Of The 12 Best Air-Filtering Houseplants For Your Home

The more chemicals we use daily , the more polluted our environment becomes .
Therefore , we ended up living surrounded by toxins of all kinds , which endanger our health in various ways .
Fortunately , eliminating them is far from difficult , and in fact , you can do it while decorating your living and working space !
Yet , we talk about indoor plants !
Plants are incredibly beneficial to us .
Apart from making our homes and gardens magnificent , they also improve our physical and mental health .
Moreover , during photosynthesis , plants turn @ @ @ @ @ @ @ toxins from the air we breathe .
They can filter substances that have been linked to adverse health effects like headaches , dizziness , eye irritation , and others .
These include formaldehyde ( upholstery , air fresheners , glues , and adhesives ) , benzene ( insect sprays , furniture wax ) , xylene ( leather , rubber , permanent markers ) , trichloroethylene ( adhesives , cleaners – tool , carpet , aerosol ) , and toluene ( nail polish , paint , ink and stain removers ) .
While most @ @ @ @ @ @ @ NASA with houseplants , in the late ‘ 80s , the research institute conducted a study , led by Dr. B. C. Wolverton , to test the purifying abilities of indoor plants .
The larger the leaf , the quicker it purifies the air .
Dr. Wolverton , therefore , advised fern and ivy plants as they take up the most surface area .
NASA also recommended having at least one plant per 100 square feet ( 10 square meters ) .
According to the NASA Clean Air Study , these are the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ This plant cleans the air from formaldehyde and carbon monoxide .
The NASA study found that it eliminated 95 % of formaldehyde from a sealed plexiglass chamber .
It is ideal in case you work with products that contain keratin , like perms , hair coloring , nail polish , and nail polish hardeners , as it eliminates trichloroethylene , formaldehyde , benzene , and xylene .
Place it in a low-light area , and water it occasionally .
The Boston fern is excellent for the bathroom , as the moisture will keep @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of xylene and formaldehyde .
Before you renovate the home , make sure you get this plant .
It cleans the air from trichloroethylene , which is often added in home improvement materials .
Peace lilies soak up mold spores , and filter the air , by carrying water from their root to the leaves , and releasing moisture into the room , a process known as transpiration .
Apart from being attractive , this plant will also cleanse the air from formaldehyde , ammonia , toluene , and xylene .
Note that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ kids and pets .
This plant would be great on your desk .
It filters out formaldehyde and benzene , but it is toxic , so it should be placed away from your children and pets as well .
Place it in an area exposed to direct sunlight , and you ’ ll no longer have to worry about having formaldehyde , xylene , and toluene in the air .
The bamboo palm removes benzene and formaldehyde from the environment .
Place it in a sunny area , add fertilizer once a month @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you are new to plants , this is a great start .
You can water it occasionally , and it does not require much light .
Yet , this plant will purify the air from benzene , formaldehyde , and xylene .
This is a great bathroom and bedroom plant .
It releases oxygen during the night and filters formaldehyde from cleaning products , hair dyes , toilet paper , etc .
Its green leaves purify the air from formaldehyde , benzene , and trichloroethylene , while its colorful flowers will brighten up @ @ @

The more chemicals we use daily, the more polluted our environment becomes. Therefore, we ended up living surrounded by toxins of all kinds, which endanger our health in various ways.
Fortunately, eliminating them is far from difficult, and in fact, you can do it while decorating your living and working space!
Yet, we talk about indoor plants!
Plants are incredibly beneficial to us. Apart from making our homes and gardens magnificent, they also improve our physical and mental health.
Moreover, during photosynthesis, plants turn carbon dioxide into fresh oxygen and remove toxins from the air we breathe. They can filter substances that have been linked to adverse health effects like headaches, dizziness, eye irritation, and others.
These include formaldehyde (upholstery, air fresheners, glues, and adhesives), benzene (insect sprays, furniture wax), xylene (leather, rubber, permanent markers), trichloroethylene (adhesives, cleaners – tool, carpet, aerosol), and toluene (nail polish, paint, ink and stain removers).
While most of you probably don’t associate NASA with houseplants, in the late ‘80s, the research institute conducted a study, led by Dr. B. C. Wolverton, to test the purifying abilities of indoor plants.
The larger the leaf, the quicker it purifies the air. Dr. Wolverton, therefore, advised fern and ivy plants as they take up the most surface area.
NASA also recommended having at least one plant per 100 square feet (10 square meters).
According to the NASA Clean Air Study, these are the 12 most powerful of them all:
1. Spider plant
This plant cleans the air from formaldehyde and carbon monoxide. The NASA study found that it eliminated 95% of formaldehyde from a sealed plexiglass chamber.
2. English Ivy
It is ideal in case you work with products that contain keratin, like perms, hair coloring, nail polish, and nail polish hardeners, as it eliminates trichloroethylene, formaldehyde, benzene, and xylene. Place it in a low-light area, and water it occasionally.
3. Boston fern
The Boston fern is excellent for the bathroom, as the moisture will keep it hydrated. It cleans the air of xylene and formaldehyde.
4. Red-edged dracaena
Before you renovate the home, make sure you get this plant. It cleans the air from trichloroethylene, which is often added in home improvement materials.
5. Peace lily
Peace lilies soak up mold spores, and filter the air, by carrying water from their root to the leaves, and releasing moisture into the room, a process known as transpiration.
6. Flamingo lily
Apart from being attractive, this plant will also cleanse the air from formaldehyde, ammonia, toluene, and xylene. Note that you should keep it away from your kids and pets.
7. Chinese evergreen
This plant would be great on your desk. It filters out formaldehyde and benzene, but it is toxic, so it should be placed away from your children and pets as well.
8. Weeping fig
Place it in an area exposed to direct sunlight, and you’ll no longer have to worry about having formaldehyde, xylene, and toluene in the air.
9. Bamboo palm
The bamboo palm removes benzene and formaldehyde from the environment. Place it in a sunny area, add fertilizer once a month, and regularly mist it.
10. Devil’s ivy (Money plant)
If you are new to plants, this is a great start. You can water it occasionally, and it does not require much light. Yet, this plant will purify the air from benzene, formaldehyde, and xylene.
11. Snake plant
This is a great bathroom and bedroom plant. It releases oxygen during the night and filters formaldehyde from cleaning products, hair dyes, toilet paper, etc.
12. Gerbera
Its green leaves purify the air from formaldehyde, benzene, and trichloroethylene, while its colorful flowers will brighten up the room!
Sources:
www.goodhousekeeping.com
www.boredpanda.com
www.lovethegarden.com


healthyfoodhouse--2020-05-26--Visiting The Beach Can Have Beneficial And Positive Effects On Your Brain And Health

If you are like me , you spend the entire year planning your summer vacation .
There is something about the blue water , sun rays , noise , and sand at the beach , that simply improves my life .
I am not the only one , apparently , as the beach is a healing place for us all , and it allows us to refresh and recharge .
Wallace J. Nichols , a marine biologist and best-selling author of the Blue Mind , says : “ There are all these cognitive and emotional benefits that we derive every @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Once you get into it , you realize that it ’ s chemistry , it ’ s biology , it ’ s physiology .
It ’ s deeply personal but it ’ s also strong science.
” The analysis of English census data published in the journal Health Place showed that those who live by the coast have better physical and mental health than those who don ’ t .
Plus , a study published in the Journal of Coastal Zone Management found that participants who live in homes with ocean views @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Visiting the beach has numerous health and mental benefits : The sounds we hear at the beach calm our minds and relax our bodies .
The rhythm of the waves pounding on the shore destimulates our brains and activates our parasympathetic nervous system .
This is why the calming effects of the sound made by the crashing waves are often chosen for sleep machines .
Also , looking at the blue sky brings a feeling of peace .
Clinical psychologist Richard Shuster , PsyD , says : “ The color blue has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people to be associated with feelings of calm and peace .
Staring at the ocean actually changes our brain waves ’ frequency and puts us into a mild meditative state.
” “ The noises — coupled with the visuals — activate your parasympathetic nervous system , which is “ responsible for slowing us down and allowing us to relax and feel more engaged.
” Shuster adds that our soothed state is also a result of the smell of the ocean breeze , which may be linked to the negative ions in the air @ @ @ @ @ @ @ or grounding is an incredibly beneficial practice that stimulates our body and mind .
Our feet are the center of a rich network of nerves and acupuncture points , so they absorb free ions on the earth ’ s surface just like our lungs can absorb ions in the air .
The earth is negatively charged , so grounding helps the body to connect to a negatively charged supply of energy that revitalizes and improves mood .
Sand is a natural exfoliator , so walking on it will eliminate all dead skin cells @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can rub it on the legs , arms , hands , and feet , to renew the skin .
Wash it off with the ocean water , that will tighten and rejuvenate the skin .
Only 10 minutes in the early morning sun without sunscreen will help you get all the vitamin D you need for the rest of the day .
This vitamin will strengthen your bones and teeth , boost immunity , regulate insulin levels , improve the brain and nervous system , and support lung function and cardiovascular health .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ beach , the hormone responsible for our happiness and relaxation .
Its elevated levels improve mood , relieve stress , and help sleep .
The combination of the sun and the waves soothe the body , alleviate pain , and release tension .
Seawater is rich in magnesium , potassium , and iodine that soothe wounds and infections and treat any inflammation .
Also , these minerals boost the immune system .
To fully enjoy the ocean and reap all the benefits of the beach : • Be present at the moment .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ nature .
• Do things that make you happy , swimming , reading , sunbathing , whatever raises your vibes .
• Apply sunscreen after 10 am , to have a safe and painless day at the beach .
While most of us take better care of our physical health instead of our brain , physical fitness can not trump mental health .
Therefore , we should all seek balance , both , mentally and physically .

If you are like me, you spend the entire year planning your summer vacation. There is something about the blue water, sun rays, noise, and sand at the beach, that simply improves my life.
I am not the only one, apparently, as the beach is a healing place for us all, and it allows us to refresh and recharge.
Wallace J. Nichols, a marine biologist and best-selling author of the Blue Mind, says:
“There are all these cognitive and emotional benefits that we derive every time we spend time by the water. Once you get into it, you realize that it’s chemistry, it’s biology, it’s physiology. It’s deeply personal but it’s also strong science.”
The analysis of English census data published in the journal Health Place showed that those who live by the coast have better physical and mental health than those who don’t.
Plus, a study published in the Journal of Coastal Zone Management found that participants who live in homes with ocean views report feeling calmer than those without them.
Visiting the beach has numerous health and mental benefits:
1. The beach is relaxing
The sounds we hear at the beach calm our minds and relax our bodies. The rhythm of the waves pounding on the shore destimulates our brains and activates our parasympathetic nervous system.
This is why the calming effects of the sound made by the crashing waves are often chosen for sleep machines.
Also, looking at the blue sky brings a feeling of peace. Clinical psychologist Richard Shuster, PsyD, says:
“The color blue has been found by an overwhelming amount of people to be associated with feelings of calm and peace. Staring at the ocean actually changes our brain waves’ frequency and puts us into a mild meditative state.”
Sally Nazari, PsyD, owner of Chrysalis Psychological Services, adds:
“The noises — coupled with the visuals — activate your parasympathetic nervous system, which is “responsible for slowing us down and allowing us to relax and feel more engaged.”
Shuster adds that our soothed state is also a result of the smell of the ocean breeze, which may be linked to the negative ions in the air that we inhale.
2. The sand
Walking barefoot, or grounding is an incredibly beneficial practice that stimulates our body and mind. Our feet are the center of a rich network of nerves and acupuncture points, so they absorb free ions on the earth’s surface just like our lungs can absorb ions in the air.
The earth is negatively charged, so grounding helps the body to connect to a negatively charged supply of energy that revitalizes and improves mood.
Sand is a natural exfoliator, so walking on it will eliminate all dead skin cells on the feet. Also, you can rub it on the legs, arms, hands, and feet, to renew the skin.
Wash it off with the ocean water, that will tighten and rejuvenate the skin.
3. Vitamin D
Only 10 minutes in the early morning sun without sunscreen will help you get all the vitamin D you need for the rest of the day. This vitamin will strengthen your bones and teeth, boost immunity, regulate insulin levels, improve the brain and nervous system, and support lung function and cardiovascular health.
4. Stress relief
Our body releases serotonin while at the beach, the hormone responsible for our happiness and relaxation. Its elevated levels improve mood, relieve stress, and help sleep. The combination of the sun and the waves soothe the body, alleviate pain, and release tension.
5. Relieves inflammation and heals infections
Seawater is rich in magnesium, potassium, and iodine that soothe wounds and infections and treat any inflammation. Also, these minerals boost the immune system.
To fully enjoy the ocean and reap all the benefits of the beach:
Be present at the moment. Disconnect from all technology, and enjoy nature.
Do things that make you happy, swimming, reading, sunbathing, whatever raises your vibes.
Apply sunscreen after 10 am, to have a safe and painless day at the beach.
While most of us take better care of our physical health instead of our brain, physical fitness cannot trump mental health. Therefore, we should all seek balance, both, mentally and physically.
Sources:
www.nbcnews.com
www.inc.com
www.thefactsite.com


healthyfoodhouse--2020-05-26--Dragonflies Eliminate Mosquitoes – This Is How To Attract Them To Your Yard

Most of us look forward to the long and warm summer evenings spent on the porch .
Just think about it.. drinking a cool cocktail , or maybe taking a nap on the porch swing , making barbecue , reading , or just listening to nature ’ s sounds… Yet , nothing is perfect , my friend.. and mosquitoes are there to prove it !
I don ’ t know about you , but they are my party-poopers all summer long !
If you are just like me , you ’ ll adore me after reading this !
Namely , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is to attract their predators in your yard !
Dragonflies are not pests to people , but they will help you in the fight against mosquitoes as they eat around 100 mosquitoes daily .
They also like to prey on pollinators like butterflies , beetles , wasps , moths , and other tiny insects .
First , plant blooming plants , shrubs , and trees , so that young dragonflies will have somewhere to hide .
Dragonflies love water , especially areas with varying degrees of depth from very shallow to around 2 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ eggs and get nutrients .
Therefore , install a pond or water feature in your yard .
The pond doesn ’ t need to be large or to have a filter , but it should be located in a wind-protected area , that will get five or six hours of midday sun .
Put plants that attract dragonflies in and around the pond , such as Black Eye Susan , Dwarf Saggitaria , Meadow Sage , Arrowhead , cattail , water lily , and Yarrow White Wildflower .
In this way , you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ itchy mosquito bites !

Most of us look forward to the long and warm summer evenings spent on the porch. Just think about it.. drinking a cool cocktail, or maybe taking a nap on the porch swing, making barbecue, reading, or just listening to nature’s sounds…
Yet, nothing is perfect, my friend.. and mosquitoes are there to prove it! I don’t know about you, but they are my party-poopers all summer long!
If you are just like me, you’ll adore me after reading this! Namely, all you have to do this summer is to attract their predators in your yard!
Dragonflies are not pests to people, but they will help you in the fight against mosquitoes as they eat around 100 mosquitoes daily. They also like to prey on pollinators like butterflies, beetles, wasps, moths, and other tiny insects.
First, plant blooming plants, shrubs, and trees, so that young dragonflies will have somewhere to hide.
Dragonflies love water, especially areas with varying degrees of depth from very shallow to around 2 feet, where they can lay their eggs and get nutrients.
Therefore, install a pond or water feature in your yard. The pond doesn’t need to be large or to have a filter, but it should be located in a wind-protected area, that will get five or six hours of midday sun.
Put plants that attract dragonflies in and around the pond, such as Black Eye Susan, Dwarf Saggitaria, Meadow Sage, Arrowhead, cattail, water lily, and Yarrow White Wildflower.
In this way, you will finally enjoy the summer without the itchy mosquito bites!
Sources:
gardeningsoul.com
www.farmersalmanac.com
www.popularmechanics.com


healthyfoodhouse--2020-05-26--This Is What Happens If You Burn A Bay Leaf In Your Home (Plus 7 Other Uses)

If you enjoy cooking , you already know that bay , or laurel , leaves are ideal for various dishes , as their pleasant smell adds fire and life to them .
Yet , apart from smelling and tasting good , these leaves are also beneficial for the entire body .
They have powerful detoxifying properties , fight infections , improve heart health , and ease breathing .
People have cherished the medicinal properties of bay leaves for centuries .
These leaves have been considered highly valuable since the time of the ancient Greeks and Romans , when they were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ worship , often due to religious , and even fantastical reasons .
In ancient Greece , Apollo was often represented wearing a bay laurel crown , and wreaths of bay leaves were given to the victors at Pythian games , which were sacred to him .
According to mythology , the father of the nymph Daphne transformed her into a bay laurel tree to hide her from Apollo , so the Greeks associated the leaves of the bay tree with spiritual properties .
When burned , these aromatic leaves release a calming scent @ @ @ @ @ @ @ These leaves are believed to cleanse the space from negativity .
Inhaling the smoke of these leaves won ’ t put you to sleep , but it will release stress , sharpen your focus , increase alertness , and soothe the entire body .
People claim that this practice brings them into a state of awareness and calmness , and associate the smoke with more mindful meditation .
Here are several other uses of bay leaves : 1 .
Bay leaves contain caffeic acid , which strengthens the capillary walls in the heart @ @ @ @ @ @ @ respiratory passages , and their inhaling will treat sinus and breathing issues .
You can also rub bay leaves onto the problematic areas to treat asthma and allergies .
3 .
These leaves have strong anti-inflammatory agents and pain-relieving properties , so it is advised to rub bay leaf essential oil on sore joints to reduce pain and tightness .
4 .
Mix powdered laurel leaves with milk , and drink the remedy to treat urinary infections .
5 .
According to one study , published by the Agricultural University in Peshawar Pakistan @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Center , 3 grams of bay leaves daily lower the overall glucose levels .
6 .
Mix laurel leaves with jojoba oil , and apply the mixture to the scalp to treat dandruff .
Leave it to act for an hour .
7 .
The bay leaf has potent digestive properties and accelerates metabolism .
Some even advise rubbing it on the stomach after meals .
Additionally , some people even believe that writing a wish on a bay leave and burning it , will help them make their wish come true .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ cost you a thing !

If you enjoy cooking, you already know that bay, or laurel, leaves are ideal for various dishes, as their pleasant smell adds fire and life to them.
Yet, apart from smelling and tasting good, these leaves are also beneficial for the entire body. They have powerful detoxifying properties, fight infections, improve heart health, and ease breathing.
People have cherished the medicinal properties of bay leaves for centuries.
These leaves have been considered highly valuable since the time of the ancient Greeks and Romans, when they were burned inside their homes and places of worship, often due to religious, and even fantastical reasons.
In ancient Greece, Apollo was often represented wearing a bay laurel crown, and wreaths of bay leaves were given to the victors at Pythian games, which were sacred to him.
According to mythology, the father of the nymph Daphne transformed her into a bay laurel tree to hide her from Apollo, so the Greeks associated the leaves of the bay tree with spiritual properties.
When burned, these aromatic leaves release a calming scent that relaxes the mind and muscles. These leaves are believed to cleanse the space from negativity.
Inhaling the smoke of these leaves won’t put you to sleep, but it will release stress, sharpen your focus, increase alertness, and soothe the entire body.
People claim that this practice brings them into a state of awareness and calmness, and associate the smoke with more mindful meditation.
Here are several other uses of bay leaves:
1. Bay leaves contain caffeic acid, which strengthens the capillary walls in the heart.
2. Bay leaves open the respiratory passages, and their inhaling will treat sinus and breathing issues. You can also rub bay leaves onto the problematic areas to treat asthma and allergies.
3. These leaves have strong anti-inflammatory agents and pain-relieving properties, so it is advised to rub bay leaf essential oil on sore joints to reduce pain and tightness.
4. Mix powdered laurel leaves with milk, and drink the remedy to treat urinary infections.
5. According to one study, published by the Agricultural University in Peshawar Pakistan, and the Beltsville Human Nutrition Research Center, 3 grams of bay leaves daily lower the overall glucose levels.
6. Mix laurel leaves with jojoba oil, and apply the mixture to the scalp to treat dandruff. Leave it to act for an hour.
7. The bay leaf has potent digestive properties and accelerates metabolism. Some even advise rubbing it on the stomach after meals.
Additionally, some people even believe that writing a wish on a bay leave and burning it, will help them make their wish come true.
Well, trying this won’t cost you a thing!
Sources:
tiphero.com
www.patheos.com
www.awesomeinventions.com


healthyfoodhouse--2020-05-26--These Gorgeous Fairy Lanterns Are The Whimsical And Dreamy DIY Project You Need Right Now

Stuck at home ?
Are you spending each day wondering what to do to kill time ?
Well , don ’ t despair , as you stay at home just like a third of the entire world .
Yet , we have an idea that will help you create something unique for your home !
What about a magical fairy lantern ?
Improve the look of your porch or garden , or add some magic to a corner inside the house , and get the feeling that fairies are your roommates !
The lantern has a magical frosted effect , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are whimsical orange and yellow flames !
What ’ s more , this project is suitable for DIY beginners as well !
The tutorial was shared by Nichola Battilana of the Pixie Hill blog , who defined herself as “ a Maker of Messes , Believer in Faeries.
” “ I ’ m a mess maker that moved from the big city into a 100+-year-old crooked farmhouse that sits at neither the top or bottom of a rather large hill .
Our two rolling acres are brimming with faerie life .
Frogs sing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ brighter from this particular spot .
My creations are a mish-mash of mediums , inspired by magic and folklore , infused with a dash of oddity , and made with absolute enthusiasm.
” She adds that she creates things “ with absolute joy ” : “ My little objects are a happy reflection of the wonders that surround me .
These silly things are visual sonnets to nature , to wonderment and enchantment .
They are a celebration of the goodness and magic that exist in the world.
” Here is what you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ • Fairy cutouts ( make your own or buy online ) Put the fairy cutouts into the jars , bend them a bit to break up the fibers , and add glue .
Stick them on the inside of the jar and hold firmly until the figure is dry and set .
Cover the outside of a jar with a layer of white , school-style glue and put a layer of tissue paper on top .
Note that the more layers you add , the less light will pass through the paper .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ you can cover it up with glitter later .
Place the jar upside down and leave it to dry .
Next , apply some glue to the top and bottom of the glass jar , and add clear glitter .
Add more on areas where it is needed , but don ’ t exaggerate , as you might ruin the effect of the fairy .
When dry , wrap some twine around the rim of the jar , tie it up and stick it in place with some instant glue .
Now , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the romantic lantern and secure the decorations using instant glue .
Nichola here suggests adding battery-powered tealights or LED fairy lights in the jar .
When you turn the lantern on , the light will create a silhouette effect around the cutout , just like a fairy sitting inside the jar .
Here are some additional tips from Pixie Hill : • For better effects , stick the figures directly on the glass • More light will give a stronger silhouette effect , so use two or three battery-powered tea lights .
• @ @ @ @ @ @ @ • Use thinner school glue for the paper and thicker tacky glue for the glitter Watch the following video tutorial to learn more :

Stuck at home? Are you spending each day wondering what to do to kill time? Well, don’t despair, as you stay at home just like a third of the entire world. Yet, we have an idea that will help you create something unique for your home!
What about a magical fairy lantern? Improve the look of your porch or garden, or add some magic to a corner inside the house, and get the feeling that fairies are your roommates!
The lantern has a magical frosted effect, and behind the fairy cutouts, there are whimsical orange and yellow flames!
What’s more, this project is suitable for DIY beginners as well!
The tutorial was shared by Nichola Battilana of the Pixie Hill blog, who defined herself as “a Maker of Messes, Believer in Faeries.”
She explains:
“I’m a mess maker that moved from the big city into a 100+-year-old crooked farmhouse that sits at neither the top or bottom of a rather large hill. Our two rolling acres are brimming with faerie life. Frogs sing with more gusto and the stars shine brighter from this particular spot.
My creations are a mish-mash of mediums, inspired by magic and folklore, infused with a dash of oddity, and made with absolute enthusiasm.”
She adds that she creates things “with absolute joy”:
“My little objects are a happy reflection of the wonders that surround me. These silly things are visual sonnets to nature, to wonderment and enchantment. They are a celebration of the goodness and magic that exist in the world.”
Here is what you need to make these stunning lanterns:
Fairy cutouts (make your own or buy online)
Some glass jam jars
Tissue paper
Glue
Glitter
Twine
Little accessories and decorations
Some battery-powered tealights or fairy lights
Let’s get started!
Put the fairy cutouts into the jars, bend them a bit to break up the fibers, and add glue. Stick them on the inside of the jar and hold firmly until the figure is dry and set.
Cover the outside of a jar with a layer of white, school-style glue and put a layer of tissue paper on top.
Note that the more layers you add, the less light will pass through the paper.
If the paper tears or creases, you can cover it up with glitter later.
Place the jar upside down and leave it to dry.
Next, apply some glue to the top and bottom of the glass jar, and add clear glitter. Add more on areas where it is needed, but don’t exaggerate, as you might ruin the effect of the fairy.
When dry, wrap some twine around the rim of the jar, tie it up and stick it in place with some instant glue.
Now, we leave to your imagination!
Decorate the romantic lantern and secure the decorations using instant glue.
Nichola here suggests adding battery-powered tealights or LED fairy lights in the jar.
When you turn the lantern on, the light will create a silhouette effect around the cutout, just like a fairy sitting inside the jar.
Here are some additional tips from Pixie Hill :
For better effects, stick the figures directly on the glass
More light will give a stronger silhouette effect, so use two or three battery-powered tea lights.
Avoid much overlap of the paper layers
Use thinner school glue for the paper and thicker tacky glue for the glitter
Don’t use real candles inside
These fairy lanterns are enchanting!
Watch the following video tutorial to learn more:
Sources:
thewhoot.com
www.etsy.com
battilana.net
www.beesdiy.com


healthyfoodhouse--2020-05-26--30 Hilarious Times Store Owners Amazed Customers With Great Sense Of Humor

Being able to always look on the bright side of life is a blessing .
A sense of humor is an essential life skill , as laughter makes everything better .
It is a vital part of our psychology , and it helps us process all kinds of information .
Therefore , wise store owners know that the fastest way to attract and fascinate their customers is to make them laugh out loud .
Humor simply grabs our attention , and its use in marketing is a tried strategy for brands to ensure that their campaign will affect the audience @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Through their funny advertising campaigns , organizations make an emotional connection with consumers and create a meaningful relationship with their target audience .
A 1993 Journal of Marketing study evaluated the multinational effects of humor on advertising , and it found that ‘ humor is more likely to enhance recall , evaluation , and purchase intention when the humorous message coincides with ad objectives , is well-integrated with those objectives and is viewed as appropriate for the product category .
Under such circumstances , humorous advertising is more likely to secure audience attention @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and enhance message persuasiveness.
’ Here are 30 examples of businesses with a great sense of humor : 1 .
What would you like ?
2 .
We want them all gone !
4 .
We are short in robots , so our staff might react unpredictably .
Phew..humans !
7 .
Something strange in this picture ?
9 .
Shoot them , hang them , frame them all !
10 .
Oh , this is adorable !
11 .
Eat carrots if you don ’ t like it !
13 .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ hit among pups !
14 .
This is the permanent employee of the month 15 .
Local independent coffee shop used the mug as a toilet brush holder 16 .
You don ’ t want to scare the ice cream !
19 .
Love May Be Forever But Our Tattoos Last 6 Months Longer 20 .
You can now order two pizzas and pay for them both !
What an offer !
25 .
I don ’ t want to have to prove that I bought a donut 27 .
In Case Of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you have no more batteries.. 29 .
Guy Who Makes Better Signs Is Back This Afternoon

Being able to always look on the bright side of life is a blessing. A sense of humor is an essential life skill, as laughter makes everything better. It is a vital part of our psychology, and it helps us process all kinds of information.
Therefore, wise store owners know that the fastest way to attract and fascinate their customers is to make them laugh out loud.
Humor simply grabs our attention, and its use in marketing is a tried strategy for brands to ensure that their campaign will affect the audience and will remain in their memory.
Through their funny advertising campaigns, organizations make an emotional connection with consumers and create a meaningful relationship with their target audience.
A 1993 Journal of Marketing study evaluated the multinational effects of humor on advertising, and it found that ‘humor is more likely to enhance recall, evaluation, and purchase intention when the humorous message coincides with ad objectives, is well-integrated with those objectives and is viewed as appropriate for the product category.
Under such circumstances, humorous advertising is more likely to secure audience attention, increase memorability, overcome sales resistance, and enhance message persuasiveness.’
Here are 30 examples of businesses with a great sense of humor:
1. What would you like?
2. We want them all gone!
3. I warn you: don’t look!
4. We are short in robots, so our staff might react unpredictably. Phew..humans!
5. Funny indeed!
6. You must scream!
7. Something strange in this picture?
8. Read a book, man!
9. Shoot them, hang them, frame them all!
10. Oh, this is adorable!
11. Eat carrots if you don’t like it!
12. Knock hard!
13. I bet this local shop is a hit among pups!
14. This is the permanent employee of the month
15. Local independent coffee shop used the mug as a toilet brush holder
16. You don’t want to scare the ice cream!
17. I started singing it!
18. A creative kids-only menu!
19. Love May Be Forever But Our Tattoos Last 6 Months Longer
20. You can now order two pizzas and pay for them both! What an offer!
21. Quote at a coffee shop
22. Warped sense of humor
23. Bee Vomit
24. You’re Not My Real Ladder”- Step ladder
25. I don’t want to have to prove that I bought a donut
26. A Yawn Is A Silent Scream For Coffee
27. In Case Of Fire, Do this
28. When you have no more batteries..
29. Guy Who Makes Better Signs Is Back This Afternoon
30. Pizza salad, anyone?
Sources:
online.pointpark.edu
www.inc.com
www.thedrum.com


healthyfoodhouse--2020-05-27--Everyone, Meet ‘Milkshake’ – One Of Less Than 100 Pink Pugs In The World

Get ready for one heart-melting encounter !
Meet Milkshake , a rare pink pug that became an Instagram celebrity .
If you like pink , glamour , sparkles , and luxury , you will quickly become his top fan !
This adorable puppy is very rare , one of less than a hundred pink pugs , and he won the hearts of people all around the world .
The cuddly pooch was born with blush pink fur , nose , and paws , and magical baby blue eyes !
Here are some important facts you need to know about this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ amazing appearance is a result of a lack of pigmentation , probably inherited from an albino pug somewhere in his family tree .
2 .
His owner , Maria , 33 , knew he was the one when she spotted him in his litter , and he was only 10 weeks old , and brought him to live with her in Canary Wharf , London .
She explained that “ he ’ s ] very rare .
At the time , I think Milkshake was one of 30 in the world but there @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s no more than 100 worldwide.
” 3 .
Maria , a marketing manager , soon set up an Instagram account for her special puppy , and the world found out about Milkshake !
She explained : “ Milkshake is the most famous pink pug on social media .
His Instagram started just as a bit fun but straight away he got such a positive response .
A lot of people messaged me saying they ’ d had a bad day and seeing Milkshake really cheered them up which encouraged me to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ getting bigger and bigger .
He gets recognized all the time , everywhere we go – not just in London but in different cities too.
” 4 .
Since then , Milkshake has garnered over 93K followers !
5 .
Maria explained that “ he ’ s not actually albino – he just has the coloring so he doesn ’ t suffer from any sight loss or hearing loss .
He ’ s a happy healthy boy.
” 6 .
She describes the fabulous pug as friendly , quirky , and happy-go-lucky , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ .
7 .
Milkshake accompanies Maria wherever she goes , even at work , and every week , she treats him to the spa .
8 .
At the spa , Milkshake has his nails done , he is then dressed up for photoshoots , and at the end of the day , he receives pieces of chicken for a job well done .
9 .
The two best friends seem to be a perfect match .
Milkshake sleeps on Maria ’ s head at night , and he is a loud @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sleeper !
10 .
Milkshake participates in national dog shows and works with a personal trainer to help his future career in advertising and film .
11 .
Maria explained that the pug loves all the attention he gets , and he regularly receives gifts from his fans .
“ At Christmas he gets more gifts than I could ever dream of getting.
” 12 .
One of his fans even commented that he became ‘ star-struck ’ after meeting Milkshake in the flesh and fur !

Get ready for one heart-melting encounter! Meet Milkshake, a rare pink pug that became an Instagram celebrity. If you like pink, glamour, sparkles, and luxury, you will quickly become his top fan!
This adorable puppy is very rare, one of less than a hundred pink pugs, and he won the hearts of people all around the world. The cuddly pooch was born with blush pink fur, nose, and paws, and magical baby blue eyes!
Here are some important facts you need to know about this attractive little fellow:
1. His amazing appearance is a result of a lack of pigmentation, probably inherited from an albino pug somewhere in his family tree.
2. His owner, Maria, 33, knew he was the one when she spotted him in his litter, and he was only 10 weeks old, and brought him to live with her in Canary Wharf, London.
She explained that “he’s] very rare. At the time, I think Milkshake was one of 30 in the world but there have been a few litters. There’s no more than 100 worldwide.”
3. Maria, a marketing manager, soon set up an Instagram account for her special puppy, and the world found out about Milkshake! She explained:
“Milkshake is the most famous pink pug on social media. His Instagram started just as a bit fun but straight away he got such a positive response. A lot of people messaged me saying they’d had a bad day and seeing Milkshake really cheered them up which encouraged me to post more. His following just kept getting bigger and bigger. He gets recognized all the time, everywhere we go – not just in London but in different cities too.”
4. Since then, Milkshake has garnered over 93K followers!
5. Maria explained that “he’s not actually albino – he just has the coloring so he doesn’t suffer from any sight loss or hearing loss. He’s a happy healthy boy.”
6. She describes the fabulous pug as friendly, quirky, and happy-go-lucky, but he is also ‘very spoiled’.
7. Milkshake accompanies Maria wherever she goes, even at work, and every week, she treats him to the spa.
8. At the spa, Milkshake has his nails done, he is then dressed up for photoshoots, and at the end of the day, he receives pieces of chicken for a job well done.
9. The two best friends seem to be a perfect match. Milkshake sleeps on Maria’s head at night, and he is a loud snorer, but she is a heavy sleeper!
10. Milkshake participates in national dog shows and works with a personal trainer to help his future career in advertising and film.
11. Maria explained that the pug loves all the attention he gets, and he regularly receives gifts from his fans. “At Christmas he gets more gifts than I could ever dream of getting.”
12. One of his fans even commented that he became ‘star-struck’ after meeting Milkshake in the flesh and fur!
And who wouldn’t?
Sources:
www.boredpanda.com
www.buzznick.com
www.dailymail.co.uk


healthyfoodhouse--2020-05-27--These Adorably Round Birds Can Do Perfect Splits And The Internet Is In Love

The world we live in remains mainly a mystery to us all .
No matter how much time we spend outdoors or do research , Nature always has something secret and magical up her sleeve !
Fortunately , wildlife photographers use the power of social media to share their discoveries with us , and we can marvel at the beauties of the natural world via their work .
People have recently fallen in love with a small round bird called “ Bearded Reedling ” .
The adorable bird has a round and plump , egg-shaped body , and is about @ @ @ @ @ @ @ got their name due to the mustache-like black stripes on the cheeks of the males .
They otherwise have a gingerish-brown overall with bluish-grey heads .
Yet , females are subtler in color and don ’ t have these markings , but have darker beaks than their male counterparts .
These birds can be seen all year round in Europe and Asia .
“ Bearded tits are the only British songbird to stay in reedbeds all year round .
Originally they were limited by the availability of reedbeds in Britain , but thanks @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they are now more widespread and can be found in parts of eastern and southern England , Morecambe Bay in northwest England and around the Tay estuary in Scotland.
” Since they don ’ t migrate and experience all four seasons in a year , it is intriguing that they can survive in reedbeds .
Yet , the trick is that they change their food from insects ( in spring and summer ) to seeds ( in autumn and winter ) .
But wait , these rare birds are amazing in many ways @ @ @ @ @ @ @ As they are highly flexible , and they can place one foot onto a branch , and the other on an opposite branch !
So , you now understand the reason for the hype these adorable birds have been receiving online !
Since these birds are not suitable for pets , if you need a new hobby during these challenging times , try bird watching !
You ’ ll never make a mistake if you spot them , as they are simply unforgettable- a tiny , egg-shaped , fluffy bird , resting by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Wildlife photographer Espen Helland has seen them in person and shared a video of their encounter on his YouTube channel .

The world we live in remains mainly a mystery to us all. No matter how much time we spend outdoors or do research, Nature always has something secret and magical up her sleeve!
Fortunately, wildlife photographers use the power of social media to share their discoveries with us, and we can marvel at the beauties of the natural world via their work.
People have recently fallen in love with a small round bird called “Bearded Reedling”. The adorable bird has a round and plump, egg-shaped body, and is about 6.5 inches long.
These little birds got their name due to the mustache-like black stripes on the cheeks of the males.
They otherwise have a gingerish-brown overall with bluish-grey heads. Yet, females are subtler in color and don’t have these markings, but have darker beaks than their male counterparts.
These birds can be seen all year round in Europe and Asia.
Discover Wildlife explains:
“Bearded tits are the only British songbird to stay in reedbeds all year round. Originally they were limited by the availability of reedbeds in Britain, but thanks to newly created or expanded reedbeds, they are now more widespread and can be found in parts of eastern and southern England, Morecambe Bay in northwest England and around the Tay estuary in Scotland.”
Since they don’t migrate and experience all four seasons in a year, it is intriguing that they can survive in reedbeds. Yet, the trick is that they change their food from insects (in spring and summer) to seeds (in autumn and winter).
But wait, these rare birds are amazing in many ways!
They can do the splits!
As they are highly flexible, and they can place one foot onto a branch, and the other on an opposite branch!
So, you now understand the reason for the hype these adorable birds have been receiving online!
Since these birds are not suitable for pets, if you need a new hobby during these challenging times, try bird watching!
You’ll never make a mistake if you spot them, as they are simply unforgettable- a tiny, egg-shaped, fluffy bird, resting by doing a split on two branches.
Wildlife photographer Espen Helland has seen them in person and shared a video of their encounter on his YouTube channel.
Check it out:
Sources:
www.boredpanda.com
www.demilked.com
twentytwowords.com


healthyfoodhouse--2020-05-27--Inflatable Concrete Homes Just $3500

Inflatable Concrete Homes Just $3500

Nowadays , many people are turning to alternative ways of housing , to create their practical , innovative , and money-saving spaces for living .
The following home idea is beneficial in numerous ways , it creates less mess and waste , it is transportable , and can be easily modified and personalized .
We present the “ dome house ” , which can be built for $ 3500 for starters .
It is the greenest way to build ever invented , it uses air as formwork , and highly efficient building envelopes , which are strong and flexible in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ method was pioneered by Architect Dr. Dante Bini in 1964 , and it was the first one to utilize air pressure to lift and shape reinforced concrete shell structures poured at ground level .
Nicoló , his son , further developed it .
He explained that these small bubble-shaped structures are meant to be permanent homes , and have survived extreme conditions like ash , lava , and earthquakes on Mount Etna for 50 years .
The younger Bini revives the method to provide low-cost housing for refugees and displaced people , but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ commercial , recreational , resort , and educational , built for storage or as emergency shelters .
“ With 25 % of the world ’ s population living in sub-standard shelters , this is where we feel we can have the most impact.
” More than 1,600 of these structures have been built in 23 countries around the world , ranging from ones 120 feet in diameter to small bungalows built in developing countries .
The “ binishells ” are constructed with inflatable concrete .
The work starts from ground level and then @ @ @ @ @ @ @ walls , and adds a load of concrete to create the domes , with the help of an air bladder that is deflated when the building is done .
A pneumoform is inflated and then steel rebar is put around its shape , which serves as structural reinforcement for the later structure .
Next , concrete is poured all over the entire structure to harden over it , and then you can wind up with steel-reinforced concrete in the shape of the balloon .
The house can be of various shapes , round @ @ @ @ @ @ @ simple and tiny residential-style .
Domes of up to 40m ( 120ft . )
have been elevated in less than an hour using less than 1 PSI of pressure .
Moreover , they are built fast , and all the materials are available and simple .
The balloon , “ pneumoform ” , is reusable .
“ Aside from some special additives , our concrete mix can be sourced locally almost anywhere .
Similarly our reinforcement is the same rebar you find sitting on the shelf of supply stores around the world.
” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in working with rebar and concrete .
If you need more details or other options and ideas for these fancy dome houses , visit the Building Homes and Living directory .
So , are you interested ?

Nowadays, many people are turning to alternative ways of housing, to create their practical, innovative, and money-saving spaces for living.
The following home idea is beneficial in numerous ways, it creates less mess and waste, it is transportable, and can be easily modified and personalized. We present the “dome house”, which can be built for $3500 for starters.
It is the greenest way to build ever invented, it uses air as formwork, and highly efficient building envelopes, which are strong and flexible in shape and size.
The inexpensive building method was pioneered by Architect Dr. Dante Bini in 1964, and it was the first one to utilize air pressure to lift and shape reinforced concrete shell structures poured at ground level.
Nicoló, his son, further developed it. He explained that these small bubble-shaped structures are meant to be permanent homes, and have survived extreme conditions like ash, lava, and earthquakes on Mount Etna for 50 years.
The younger Bini revives the method to provide low-cost housing for refugees and displaced people, but these buildings can also be residential, commercial, recreational, resort, and educational, built for storage or as emergency shelters.
He says:
“With 25% of the world’s population living in sub-standard shelters, this is where we feel we can have the most impact.”
More than 1,600 of these structures have been built in 23 countries around the world, ranging from ones 120 feet in diameter to small bungalows built in developing countries.
The “binishells” are constructed with inflatable concrete. The work starts from ground level and then you slowly build the layers of the walls, and adds a load of concrete to create the domes, with the help of an air bladder that is deflated when the building is done.
A pneumoform is inflated and then steel rebar is put around its shape, which serves as structural reinforcement for the later structure.
Next, concrete is poured all over the entire structure to harden over it, and then you can wind up with steel-reinforced concrete in the shape of the balloon.
The house can be of various shapes, round, bubbly-shaped, or made in a simple and tiny residential-style. Domes of up to 40m (120ft.) have been elevated in less than an hour using less than 1 PSI of pressure.
Moreover, they are built fast, and all the materials are available and simple. The balloon, “pneumoform”, is reusable.
Bini explains:
“Aside from some special additives, our concrete mix can be sourced locally almost anywhere. Similarly our reinforcement is the same rebar you find sitting on the shelf of supply stores around the world.”
Yet, one needs to be experienced in working with rebar and concrete.
If you need more details or other options and ideas for these fancy dome houses, visit the Building Homes and Living directory.
So, are you interested?
Sources:
www.goodshomedesign.com
offgridquest.com
inhabitat.com
www.wired.com/2014/07