The world’s warmest year on record was 2023, according to this write-up by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. That is, until 2024. And so far in 2025, the Southwestern US has seen most days with much higher temperatures than normal. In past blogs, I’ve shared some dire overarching consequences of global warming over time. Continue reading “Acclimating to a Warming World”
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6 Benefits of Winter Hiking
I hiked one of my favorite winter trails recently. Its abundance of volcanic rock reflecting the heat of the sun makes it one of the warmest hikes around. Snow and ice still covered over half the footpath, courtesy of a weather system that enshrouded parts of northern Arizona for over a week. Ascending the slickContinue reading “6 Benefits of Winter Hiking”
Heart Matters
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death worldwide, accounting for about 1/3 of all deaths, according to the World Health Organization. This frightening stat has been attributed to high blood pressure, high low-density lipoprotein (LDL), diabetes, smoking & secondhand smoke exposure, obesity, unhealthy diet, and physical inactivity. A small percentage of us inherit genesContinue reading “Heart Matters”
6 Benes of Winter Hiking
I hiked one of my favorite winter trails a few days ago. The abundance of volcanic rock in the area reflecting the heat of the sun makes it one of the warmest hikes around. Snow and ice still covered over half the footpath, courtesy of a weather system that enshrouded parts of northern Arizona forContinue reading “6 Benes of Winter Hiking”
Micro of the Macro 