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Inspiration from a poet
“Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?” This quote from Mary Oliver has been something I’ve thought about since I first discovered it in college. After Mary Oliver’s death was announced yesterday, I saw it on my social media newsfeeds. I have a few poetry collectionsContinue reading “Inspiration from a poet”
The Weight of Winter
Bearing the weight of winter waiting for the sun to warm my branches to help me shed this this winter coat. This week, as I prepared a lesson on personification, I imagined how the trees must feel after a big snowfall.
Filtered Sunlight
Morning sun filtered through snowy pines awaiting the warmth for melting
Pausing for the view
In November and December as the days grew shorter, I lamented. So dreary …. so hard to motivate and then Solstice: a milestone to celebrate! But now, as days turned to weeks and indeed days are lengthening and the turning of the calendar page I’m taking time each morning to pause and appreciate not justContinue reading “Pausing for the view”
Early Morning Sky
Early morning sky Moon and Venus share spotlight together they shine. happy New Year and wishing you an inspiring 2019!
American Kestrel
Watching and waiting high atop a leafless tree looking for breakfast Some facts about the American Kestrel: They live in areas with low vegetation and few trees. They hunt by day. They are the most common falcon in North America. They dine on insects, small rodents, small birds. I hope you’ve enjoyed today’s photo, Haiku,Continue reading “American Kestrel”
Full Moon Rising
Braving winter chill we wait for the moon to rise – magical glow begins, backlighting nearby peaks until until until the moon in all its glory lights up the night sky.
Winter Finery
Snow dusted branches wearing winter finery dazzling frosty view
Horizontal Stripes
Horizontal stripes Purple, blue, yellow, orange water color hues
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