This month, our family had more run-ins with grackles than ever before, and each one turned into a little adventure. The first happened at our neighborhood H-E-B. We were walking through the aisles when I heard the boys squealing and pointing upward. A shiny black bird was flying back and forth under the fluorescent lights,…
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A Day at the San Antonio Aquarium
Visiting the San Antonio Aquarium felt like stepping into a tropical dream. From the moment we walked in, the air hummed with excitement, the surroundings alive with movement and color. Our little explorers—wide-eyed and full of wonder—led the way, hand in hand, ready to uncover the treasures hidden in dark tanks, shallow touch pools, and…
Hopscotch Illusions Museum ~ San Antonio
Last weekend, we packed up the kids, a healthy supply of snacks, and a big sense of curiosity for a trip to the Hopscotch Illusions Museum in San Antonio. I’d been wanting to check this place out for months, ever since I first heard about its mix of interactive art, immersive rooms, and family-friendly fun….
Short-Eared Owls: Identification, Habitat, and How to Spot Them
It was one of those sticky July evenings when the air felt heavy enough to drink, and our family was just finishing dinner. The ceiling fan was doing its best, the iced tea glasses were sweating little puddles onto the table, and the kids were halfway through convincing us that dessert should come before dishes….
Nature Study ~ Northern Cardinal
How to Make a Simple Bird Feeder to Attract and Observe Cardinals: This winter, as the chilly breeze swept through our backyard, we noticed a lack of songbirds. The usual melodies that filled the air were missing, and our garden felt strangely silent. Inspired to bring back the birds, my son Neil and I decided…
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