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In the south of France, cherry farmers light fires beneath their trees to protect them from sudden frost When temperatures drop overnight, even a slight freeze can destroy an entire crop — and with it, months of work. The flames create a thin layer of warmer air around the blossoms, helping them survive the cold. It’s an old, risky, and costly method — but often the only thing standing between farmers and total loss. A fragile season, defended by fire — and a hauntingly beautiful sight in the dark.

Great article about Winston Churchill overcoming depression by laying bricks. The idea: your brain can't "think" its way out of depression. You have to do things.