Honey Bees in Norway. Andy Friedrichs

Beekeeper and general manager of Kleivstua Hotell, Andy Friedrichs established beehives in Norway’s deep forest, successfully raising honey bees in an unusual area. He emphasizes the importance of honey bees for pollinating fruits and vegetables and advocates for their preservation.

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Your Positive Imprint Rise to the Challenge t-shirt campaign runs from February 21-March 04! Order your item now. When you purchase an item I know you will wear it with pride as you consider your own positive imprints as you rise to the challenge.

Birds are Nature’s Music. Bird Watcher, Suzy Buttress

Suzy Buttress from the UK emphasizes transforming gardens into havens for birds and wildlife. Observing birds enhances appreciation of nature and their behaviors, as they add a musical element to the environment. Embrace silence to witness the garden’s natural drama.

Spinal Cord and the Myelin Sheath. Bob Gould

Bob Gould’s research on the myelin sheath and nervous system aids recovery models for spinal injuries. The myelin sheath protects nerve fibers and enables communication through electrical impulses. Damage can disrupt this communication due to injuries or diseases like multiple sclerosis, potentially halting impulses entirely.

Advocate Javier Robles. People with disabilities during COVID-19.

Before COVID-19, advocates like Javier Robles fought for people with disabilities. The pandemic revealed issues in accessing essential services like medical care and transportation. Disabilities affect everyone, regardless of demographics. Javier, disabled from a young age, has long advocated for these services but notes their voices were overlooked during the pandemic.