pickCharles Hatfield traveled the country in the early 1900s promising to make it rain, taking $1000s from farmers & others. When he promised San Diego to fill their reservoirs for $10k, a burst dam nearly destroyed the entire city. The city then balked at paying the sum, suggesting god did it.
🌦️ Pseudo science, scam, or “the butterfly effect” - in any case an entertaining novelistic piece of history!
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📸 Taken at South Mountain Park
We took the dogs for a walk in the park tonight so of course I had to bring my current read along for a little photo session. Bombadil thought the best view of the sunset was in front of my camera. 😂
#dogsoflitsy
True story about Kate Sessions and how she was able to help the environment by planting tress
“She didn't just plant trees; she planted a legacy.“
pickThis biography tells the story of Kate Sessions, who transformed San Diego by planting trees, highlighting her environmental contributions.
“One seed of passion can grow an entire forest of change.”
“The story of a pioneer whose love for trees changed a city.“
pickThis biography of Kate Sessions, who transformed San Diego into a lush landscape of trees, is an inspiring tribute to one woman‘s dedication to nature and environmental change.
"With each tree she planted, Kate Sessions made a city a little greener."
Use this book to teach about the importance of trees and the environment. Students can brainstorm ways they can contribute to improving their local environment.
I finished my first 2 goals, so this book belongs in the Dream Goals category!
@TheAromaofBooks (edited) 2mo