nature shares reasons
to believe beauty exists
in these darkest days
Haiku Saturday 10/4/25
Posted byauthorlaurablogPosted inhaiku SaturdayTags:beauty in nature, finding the beauty, Haiku, haiku Saturday, inspiration, Nature photography, photography
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I'm a reading specialist and award winning educator from Chicago. While living in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado for nine years, I spent time hiking on the trails with my Goldendoodle Charlie and friends, writing, working in a literacy program at the Boulder Public Library, and mentoring writers and teachers. I love visiting schools. My books combine STEM and Kindness. "Aliana Reaches for the Moon" a picture book that draws inspiration from the moon and the curiosity of children, inviting children to be creative, explore, and experiment. "An Accidental Hero: A Mostly True Wombat Story" a picture book told in the form of a newscast which skillfully balances the serious subject of forest fires with compassion and humor to help children navigate this important topic through the real events of 2020. I moved to Northern New Jersey in 2025 and am working on new projects. View more posts
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That’s lovely and hopeful!
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Thank you, I’m really struggling to find hope at the moment. 💔
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I know the feeling. I shared a hopeful quote from Gandhi in my Oct newsletter because I needed that, too.
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Hugs, my friend. My heart is broken watching what is happening in Chicago right now for no reason other than cruelty. Yes, other things too but this is my home, my heart, and my families.
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It is so hard to be in the midst of falling into a fascist state and seeing how many people are willing to support this regime. My oldest is currently doing grad school in Chicago, so I worry, too. Not to mention that a lot of my good friends also live there. 😦
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You totally understand.
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Beautiful picture.
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Thank you, Lynette. ❤️
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Darkest days, indeed. The darkest days of my life. But your pretty picture and good words help with the hope. Hang in there, Laura.
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Thank you, Rosi🤗 you too. The leaves are just beginning to change so I collected a few good ones on my walk to create the best photo when I got home. Back in Colorado it’s already peak season!
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