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There is convincing archeological evidence from the excavation of the ancient lake dwellers in Switzerland that the European pear, Pyrus communis L., was known by that civilization. It is believed that the pear was known by prehistoric man, but there is no agreement on whether the apple came first or the pear. The ancient pear tree of Europe was fundamentally different from the Asian pear tree, Prunus pyrifolia.English records show that in 1629 "stones of pears were sent by the Massachusetts Company to New England" colonists to plant and grow into trees at Plymouth, MA.On March 30, 1763 the famous American, George Mason, made an entry into his extensive orchard journal: "grafted 10 black pear of Worchester from Collo... these are a large course (coarse) fruit for baking" and old French pear variety.Fort Frederica at Saint Simons Island, Georgia, was established by the English colonists in 1733, at the same time the city of Savannah was settled. In order to enable the settlers with self sustaining food reserves, a plan was developed by General Oglethorpe to introduce trees and plants for growing both in temperate and subtropical climates that would prove valuable for future farms and fruit and nut tree .. more »

The Fifth Dimension encouraged us to "Let the sunshine in" forty years ago."When the moon is in the Seventh House, And Jupiter aligns with Mars, Then peace will guide the planets, And love will steer the stars, This is the dawning of the Age of Aquarius ...Let the sun shine ... The sun shine in."-- Fifth DimensionWhile there is much contention about when the Age of Aquarius actually begins, many suggest it has arrived, representing the birth of a new age of humankind. When I look around I certainly see lots of change, and I'm not just talking about an economic downturn, banking system failure or wars. I'm seeing a fascinating, exciting and an encouraging shift.Over the last few years, I have seen people turn inward for answers and explore their soul's purpose. A recent study by Trinity College in Hartford Connecticut reveals a movement away from traditional religions and an inward move towards spirituality. I hear many people asking those age old-questions, "Who am I? Why am I here? What is my purpose in life?" I certainly can relate to these queries, as they were the impetus behind launching my spiritual quest years ago.Before our souls came to be .. more »