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The Sound of Summer

Posted on August 10, 2017 by abroadintheusa

The heat of summer brings a distinctive sound to the eastern USA — not children playing or lawnmowers thrumming but the incessant shrill buzz of the cicada. As humans we’re often not aware of the soundscapes that form the background … Continue reading →

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The Mosquitoes Are Back: Summer in Philadelphia

Posted on June 13, 2017 by abroadintheusa

Summer has arrived on the eastern seaboard. I know this not because of the date or the temperature (although they are both relevant), but because I’ve just been inflicted with the first mosquito bite of the season. The calendar says … Continue reading →

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