All posts tagged: NATURE

Mississippi pansies vs. California pansies.

Mississippi weather mood swings and the curious case of angry pansies

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In Mississippi, the weather has more mood swings than a soap opera villain. One day, it’s warm and sunny with birds chirping and neighbors mowing their lawns in shorts and flip-flops. The next? You’re wrapped in an electric blanket, sipping hot cocoa while watching snow flurries dance outside your window — in February. Or April. Or literally whenever the state decides to throw a seasonal tantrum.

This climate confusion has had me pondering one particular flower for a couple of years now: the pansy. Yes, that sweet little bloom with a face. A face that, if you look closely, kind of seems to judge you as you walk by.

A poster for the movie "Sea Monsters."

Sea Monsters and Childhood Mysteries: National Geographic’s new film dives into prehistoric legends

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“National Geographic’s” new film “Sea Monsters” is making waves — just not in Mississippi. Funded in part by a grant from the National Science Foundation, the film dives deep into the prehistoric oceans that once covered North America, exploring ancient creatures believed to have inspired legends like the Loch Ness Monster.

Roughly 80 million years ago, areas like Kansas were submerged beneath a vast inland sea, where giant marine reptiles roamed. The movie blends scientific discovery with legend, shedding light on the real-life creatures behind age-old myths. For anyone who grew up fascinated by dinosaurs or sea serpents, this one might stir up some serious nostalgia.

A turtle swims in the blue ocean.

Why ‘Deep Sea IMAX’ is a must-watch for ocean lovers and marine life fans

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“Deep Sea IMAX” is a breathtaking underwater documentary so vividly filmed and full of personality that it feels like a real-life prequel to “Finding Nemo.” With its dazzling visuals and captivating marine cast, the film brings the ocean’s wonders to life in a way that’s both educational and entertaining.

Narrated by Johnny Depp and Kate Winslet, the documentary is a perfect pick for anyone fascinated by marine biology or eager to discover strange and beautiful sea creatures. From vividly colored fish to otherworldly invertebrates, the film showcases the deep sea as a vibrant, living world few ever get to see.

You can plant a greeting card?

Plantable Greeting Cards: Send a message that blooms with wildflowers

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Did you know you can actually plant a greeting card and grow flowers from it? That’s right — your next heartfelt note could double as a wildflower garden, thanks to the clever, eco-conscious creations from Round Robin Press. These beautiful cards aren’t just for show; they’re embedded with real wildflower seeds that can bloom once planted in soil.

Created by artist Shannon Lowry, the cards are printed on recycled paper and feature calming, nature-inspired illustrations — primarily of birds. For Lowry, birds symbolize peace, joy, and the quiet strength of nature.