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The Chimp Who Wouldn't Give Back a Crystal
Crystals hold a special fascination for some people. We collect, wear, and treasure them. Buy why? Is it the shape of a crystal? The sparkle? An unproven belief in a crystal's healing powers? Researchers in Spain, curious about the source of our obsession, wondered if chimpanzees could also
Stories to keep us grounded
Hello from Lisa at The Object Diaries Project. This week, I'm sharing a few recent stories about physical objects that are keeping me grounded: Duke, a rescued Golden Retriever, comforts himself by collecting teapots and other household items; young people are snapping up CDs and hailing taxis; and
Pressing Flowers
Preserving the joy of summer on the longest day of the year, the summer solstice
A reminder to play
A ball in the middle of the sidewalk means someone was playing.