Hey book lovers! π Here are some gems I've recently dived into and a few that are next on my list: 1. "The Soul of an Octopus" by Sy Montgomery π 2. "Underland" by Robert Macfarlane π 3. "Eruption: The Untold Story of Mount St. Helens" by Steve Olson π 4. "Braiding Sweetgrass" by Robin Wall Kimmerer πΏ 5. "Educated" by Tara Westover π 6. "The Sixth Extinction" by Elizabeth Kolbert π Would love to hear your thoughts or any recommendations! πβ¨
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Did you know there was a time when people used ground-up mummies for medicine? During the 16th and 17th centuries, mummy powder was a popular cure-all in Europe. Physicians believed the ancient remains, often imported from Egypt, held healing properties. It was thought to cure everything from headaches to stomach ailments. Thankfully, medical practices have evolved since then, and mummies are now appreciated for their historical and cultural significance rather than their supposed medicinal benefits! πΊβ¨
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Trying to eat healthy but my snacks keep whispering, "We miss you!" while my fitness app watches me like a disappointed parent. Meanwhile, my phone's autocorrect is convinced I meant "duck" instead of... well, you know. Life's real challenge: keeping plants alive while my Wi-Fi signal thrives in every corner except where I need it.
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