The Thing About Water
I love the water. Growing up in Southern California, I spent as much time as I could at the beach. Later, as an adult living near Yosemite National Park, I found my peace sitting on the shores of a lake, … Continued
Hag Stones and Jetties and Messages of Love
Fair warning. This post may ramble and take a few detours. It may include interesting trivia, or as my Dad liked to call it, “little bits of information of absolutely no value.” So, grab a cuppa, and settle in for … Continued
A Divine Engineering Marvel
The human brain is remarkable, a miracle, a divine engineering marvel. I have been fascinated by the workings of the brain since I was a child. What makes people think, and thus behave, the way they do? Can we change … Continued
The Refreshing Season
Oh my, what a week! Just as in nature, things start to get busy around here when spring arrives. Yard work and spring cleaning, forest bathing and tour groups, weddings and sunshine with friends and family. After battling the winter … Continued
Another Trip Around the Sun
This past week, I celebrated another trip around the sun. It was a good day. Much time was spent on the phone with family around the country. I was reminded of how much I miss them, and how technology can … Continued
The Waning Days of Autumn
Here in the Northern Hemisphere, we’re nearing the end of Fall. The shorter days, chilly nights and activities of the natural world are a clue that nature is preparing herself for the rest and respite of winter. Have you noticed … Continued
Our Future Earth-Stewards
I’ve been thinking a lot lately about bringing nature therapy to communities that perhaps are underserved in this area, yet are among those that would benefit the most. It came up in one of my Forest Bathing groups and I’ve … Continued
Endings are Really Just New Beginnings
Photo and Creation Courtesy of Julia Siporin And so, another journey ends. But really, as I’ve been reminded over the course of this past year, endings are really just new beginnings. Throughout the year, I have taken you with me … Continued
Reflections and Aha Moments
For the past year, I’ve been taking a course called Morning Altars. I’ve shared this journey a bit over the course of the year, and as teacher and creator, Day Schildkret, says: endings are really just new beginnings. So where … Continued
Creating A Garden Sanctuary
Spring has finally arrived at the Big Lonely Ranch. It was a long winter, and the warmer weather is very welcome. Spring has also arrived in a burst of color at our new second home, the Beach Cottage, where I … Continued