Can you tell what this picture is below?Many, many years ago when I first started this site, I wrote a few posts about why I'm a freak. That above picture is why. It's the white snow on our roof against that stark blue sky, and I love it. There are so many reasons why I… Continue reading Outcast from Modern Society
Category: nature
Colorful Bang
Why is it . . . That every year near the end of fall . . . My flowers look better than they did all year? My husband says they're going out with a bang.
The Farm in My Yard
Look how beautifully these dahlias are blooming. We bought these because we wanted a perennial for the side of our house. Once we got them home, we learned they needed full sunlight. The side of the house only gets half sunlight. So we planted them beside the sitting walls of our patio.I just hope they… Continue reading The Farm in My Yard
Is Hitchcock For Real?
"What in the world is that hissing sound?" My husband stood near our bedroom window. "What are you talking about?" The morning alarm had just gone off, and I was barely awake yet. "Don't you hear it?" "Where? Outside?" I perched my ear toward the same window, and my husband nodded on his way out… Continue reading Is Hitchcock For Real?
Dear Mother Nature
Dear Mother nature, your wind storm reminded us to put away our patio furniture for the season But, my dear Mother Nature, I thank you for the extended mild temperaturesCoat-free days Crisp refreshing air And clear blue skies Dear Mother nature, your wind didn't steal away all our rustic colorsHalf are hanging onA few still… Continue reading Dear Mother Nature
Greenery Green (and other Colors)
I took a little time away from blogging for the week of the 4th of July and posted without commenting anywhere. Instead of my usual deep, philosophical posts, I'm back with a lighter topic today. Do you like flowers? Do you grow any? When we lived in Florida, gardening was the last thing on our… Continue reading Greenery Green (and other Colors)
Bolt, Fall, Roses
My very favorite month of the year is October. It has the temperatures that are comfortable for this heat intolerant body. It has vibrant colors that surround us wherever we go. It has my favorite sound—the crunch of leaves under my feet. And it has my birthday, which is the one thing I have not… Continue reading Bolt, Fall, Roses
Zeus and the Moon
An inspiring yet eerie sight To see this full moon on Wednesday night I find myself in awe a tiny blip in the Universal Law The next morning my visitor showed up I find it heartwarming since I lost my pup It seems like this guy is my friend As he serenades me like I'm… Continue reading Zeus and the Moon
Fascinating
Shh, listen. Can you hear that? It sounds like a babbling brook. The nearest creek is six blocks away, yet the trickling sounds like a stream circling the entire house. I follow my ears to find where this is coming from. Out the front door, I find this (above) dripping out of the gutter, but… Continue reading Fascinating
Chaos and Calm
Good morning, afternoon or evening, for whichever time you read this post. I had a brief and serene blog post scheduled for today, but then something happened. . . My Thanksgiving week started in chaos. So, I'll tell you about it and then revert to my original post below. My intention is to revert to… Continue reading Chaos and Calm
The Difference A Season Makes
I find Nature's instinct and changes fascinating. Never afraid of what lies behind the corner as It dies and gives life once again. Last summer I took lots of pictures of berries. Then I took more pictures of berries in the winter. And, just yesterday I took this same shot of the berries in the… Continue reading The Difference A Season Makes
Super but Not-So-Red
Hadn't planned on posting today, but thought I'd share some photos I took of the moon last night. I didn't doctor them. I just modified the size to fit in the blog better. This one was at dusk just before the eclipse This one was a little over halfway through. The blood color didn't show… Continue reading Super but Not-So-Red
Release, Rest, Replenish
Every autumn, the earth begins its cycle of release rest, and replenishment. Winter is a time for rest. Then comes the rebirth of spring. By summer, flowers are in full bloom. Take cues from nature on nurturing the body. Days include periods of work, play, exercise and relaxation. Prepare for sleep by releasing the events… Continue reading Release, Rest, Replenish
Summer Nights
Summer nights all night, dancing in the light of love. ~ by Survivor (taken from phone on 4th of July)
Pink Pelicans
Sometimes pink pelicans wade silently on the surface of the lake in my neighborhood. Okay, so they're not pink, they're white. But, the reflection of the sun on the water causes the very unique pelicans to appear pink. They're feathers are kept a pristine ivory color. There really are pink birds that make their homes… Continue reading Pink Pelicans
Views from an Evening Walk
After sharing views from a morning walk a couple of weeks ago, I thought I'd share some from an evening walk today. (Update: I lived in Florida on the original date of this post but have since moved). I saw this guy above me just a couple doors down before leaving my immediate neighborhood. Thanks… Continue reading Views from an Evening Walk
Views from a Morning Walk
I took a camera with me on my morning walk with the dog. (The date of this post was when I lived in Florida, so the scenes are from my neighborhood where I lived there.) Below is something we commonly see on trees here. Thank you for coming along with us on our walk this… Continue reading Views from a Morning Walk
The Nature of Nature
Like many of my fellow bloggers, I am an awe of nature. We feel connected to something deeper when we take the time to soak in the great outdoors. Why are so many of us so taken by nature? Why does it leave us with a feeling of serenity? Nature is simply nature. Duh! What… Continue reading The Nature of Nature
Wednesday Wisdom
Nature uses only the longest threads to weave her patterns, so each small piece of her fabric reveals the organization of her entire tapestry. ~ Richard Feynman
I Wept
Yes, I wept for our world today. I pray and meditate every morning to start my day off with a clear head. This morning I did a little something different. I fell to the floor in tears to beseech Divine guidance for not only me, but the world. What is it we need to do… Continue reading I Wept
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