What is a drupe? A quick internet search would define it as “a fleshy fruit with thin skin and a central stone containing the seed.” Although the most common examples would include cherries, peaches, and apricots, there is another fruit in the drupe family that many often forget about; the coconut. The co-star of the…
Author: Serene Hwang
The Dark Realms of Social Media
Technology has been shaping our society since the beginning of humanity. From the first telephone invented in 1876 to the various iPhones we have today, technology is constantly evolving. One of the more recent innovations in communication is social media. Almost everyone has experienced or at least heard about social media apps. Available on the…
Small Body, Big Heart
Recently, the Covid-19 pandemic has led to a spike in pet adoptions. Many have become quarantined at home with scarcely anything to attenuate their boredom, and spending time with a cute critter companion is an excellent option to relieve loneliness and anxiety in such unprecedented times. When blessed with the time and ability to adopt…
The 21 Days of Incubation
Throughout the span of the quarantine, brought by the Covid-19 pandemic, many people have developed a hobby to enjoy within the safety of their homes, such as exercising, baking, or watching television. My family took on the unique adventure of incubating a handful of chicken eggs. You may be asking, what could possibly be so…