they are link between this spring's  blossoms and the fruit and harvest that becomes our food in the fall... nature doesn't work by magic, even when it does something magic... the pollinators have been quietly at work!

I have been reading about coywolves.  They are a result of breeding between coyote and timber wolf. Coywolves are larger than coyotes but exhibit the same behaviour.  They remain timid around human beings.  They are well adapted to city living,finding shelter easily and a ready supply of rodents and small animals, including household pets such as cats and small dogs.  
The City of Toronto issues a list of suggestions regarding the steps one should take if a chance meeting with a coywolf occurs.  Rather than alarming citizens, they are told to make themselves as large as possible, raising their arms above their heads, shouting and stamping their feet to frighten off the coywolf.  They do include however, suggestion to not take your eye off the coyote/coywolf, never turn your back on one, and to back away, rather than run away.
Coywolves are here to stay. They are part of the fabric of wildlife in Toronto and other parts of the province. I like the idea of having one of the finest predators here, keeping the numbers of rodents and rabbits in check.They deserve respect and admiration. 

I live in a vibrant, busy neighborhood,  When I am seen picking up litter, I think other people begin to pay attention to the litter on the street.  They may or may not choose to pick it up, but they are reminded of the need to look after your own garbage.  Hang on to it until you can place it in the correct bin.  Better yet, snacks can be be taken from home in reusable containers-no bins necessary, and no trail of litter!

It models that the space is worth keeping clean and Shows respect for the land and those with whom we share it

Choices even at the individual matter- buying organic for example - or growing indigenous plants

even the smallest garden heartens you to what is involved in growing food - it grows respect and a modest confidence in being able to bring something to your table and to share with others