In the presence of nature, a wild delight runs through the man, in spite of real sorrows. ~Ralph Waldo Emerson
Kousa Dogwood your rough bark animates myyard at all timesthe symbol of you fires meas days drag on your cover of branches shadesmy patio your crowned hair awakens meto the new springred…
Dad jokes amuse me. The last one I heard from my neighbor is that he was on a seafood diet. It made me give a double take, befuddled—for an answer…
Hey, my lovelies, guess what--I'm the PoW at The Skeptic's Kaddish this week. Won't you join us? We're talking Neruda. We're talking Odes: Neruda was known for his historical epics, political manifestos, and love poems. Neruda’s incisive and joyful odes were often dedicated to ordinary objects making them approachable yet surreal. I bet you have one such "thing" you appreciate... Please join us.
Sleeping in on Wednesday staying in on Friday taking breaks more often leaving your phone behind... What does self-care look like to you?
A small town raised me. That was my then; I am now living my now. Two simple happenings that are entangled. Read to find out what that feels like. xo
No words, just wonderment... "Where flowers bloom so does hope."~ Lady Bird Johnson Quote.
Bare trees wink and murmur sweet poetry to me. Do your remember this one: ... A tree that looks at God all day, And lifts her leafy arms to pray; A tree that may in Summer wear A nest of robins in her hair..." Joyce Kilmer.
For the daily dose of inspiration today, the question is: What is your favorite part about yourself? The response is in the photos. Leave a comment with your answer too, please. Or a link with a photo. Thanks.
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Wanted to take a shortcut and gave in to writing a quick post on my phone,but then got stuck trying to move the inscription inside the video. Darn, if Iknow…
The Cacti that blooms for only one night, and is gone before the sunlight finds her. I find this inspiring. I hope you do as well.