I held off on posting about the bonobo for a few weeks so it would not look like I’m petting my favorite animal too much, but alas, I can’t hold off another week.
No, it’s not a chimpanzee. It’s a bonobo!
Although bonobos have been called pygmy chimpanzees, their behavior is very different from chimps. They are more peaceful and are led by the females, instead of males. Bonobos really like, uh, making love for the sake of making love. That’s really unique in the animal kingdom. They also use this peaceful activity for conflict resolution. They’ve even been called …read more

Heather over at Chocolate Bytes is running a stellar contest where you win… Chocolate Leaves!
This is my contest entry; which doubles a nice autumn post for my tree hugging friends. It is autumn and that’s a great time for chocolate! Ok, anytime is a great time for chocolate. Try munching (or using) these green-based items. They also would make great gifts for a chocolate and nature loving pal.
Chocolate acorns! How cute.

Or try organic chocolate covered pumpkin seeds!

When it starts to get chilly outside you can curl up inside with Green & Blacks Organic Hot Chocolate.

Or warm up in a toasty …read more

Almond trees never look like I expect when they blossom. I don’t know why; I just never expect it. They are beautiful though.

I like almonds in chocolate but almonds have health benefits that far surpass their benefit to chocolate. To learn more visit Almonds Are In. Or you can learn how to make homemade raw organic almond milk — a way healthier alternative to cow milk.