Mountain View
What Do Squirrels Know That We Don’t?
These fuzzy friends can't speak, but if they could, what insight would they have for us regarding our weather forecasting?
Editor's Note: This column was written before Hurricane Sandy rocked the Emmaus Patch. Do you think that the squirrels and other critters out there knew Sandy was coming before we did? From my office window I have a beautiful view of my side yard. In the spring, it’s filled with colorful blossoms on our pear, cherry, apple and peach trees. The woods are lush with fluorescence. In the summer, our raspberries climb the split rail fence as the garden comes to life with fresh vegetables. And this time of year is my favorite. Glorious colors literally create a picture perfect "window" as I sit at my desk. But my favorite part of the fall is watching our nature neighbors as they prepare for winter. Blue jays, cardinals, nuthatches, and tufted …
Jenae Holtzhafer
1:20 pm on Thursday, November 1, 2012
One of the grey squirrels was right back in the yard as soon as Sandy passed, digging up one of his hidden nuts. It's amazing how smart they are when it comes to survival. If only we were so wise.... By the way, Nature's Source in Emmaus (located on Buckeye Rd. next to Blackman's Cycle) still has FREE water for anyone without power. Three gallons per person per day. Just stop over and let them … more ›