Monthly Archives: May 2017

Life experiences become an important component of education

Posted on May 30, 2017 by tedmanzer

We are nearing the end of another school year. One thing teachers always try to do is reflect back upon what worked and what didn’t work. If something wasn’t successful, we always ask ourselves why it wasn’t. How could we … Continue reading →

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Short or tall, Zinnias dazzle in the garden and the vase

Posted on May 23, 2017 by tedmanzer

I can’t think of an easier flower to grow than zinnia. When I was a kid we always had the old fashioned tall growing types. I think my mom still has some pictures of my sister and I standing next … Continue reading →

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Hard copies of Never Alone are now available on Amazon.com.

Posted on May 13, 2017 by tedmanzer

The book has not been fully released yet. Electronic versions are not yet available and it’s not up on the Barnes and Noble site as of today. I figure within another month all versions will be available. Well, it’s been … Continue reading →

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Bald cypress has far more uses than swampland conservation

Posted on May 12, 2017 by tedmanzer

Bald cypress (Taxodium distichum) is a great swamp conservation plant. It helps filter sediment so they don’t enter our waterways. Floodwater slows down, causing sediment to settle and not enter the rivers. This majestic tree is one of relatively few … Continue reading →

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