In Times of Silence
This is the quiet time of year. For some, winter can be a bit too quiet. Many animals are hunkered down for the season. Those that are still out and about, tend to move slower. You must listen just a … 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
Who Loves Winter?
The winter solstice has come and gone, which means that here in the Northern Hemisphere, we have officially welcomed winter. I have mentioned in earlier posts that I’m not a winter person. I’ve never been a fan of the cold … Continued
Lessons from King Tides
It’s king tides week on the Oregon coast. King tides happen around the planet and are exceptionally high tides caused by everything being in alignment. Because of the geography of this area, rocky cliffs reaching down to the sea, it’s … Continued
On Letting Go and Acceptance
This has been a week of letting go. Letting go of an organized house. Letting go of daily walks. Letting go of independence. And I’m not going to sugarcoat it. It’s hard, and it’s messy, and it sucks. A few … Continued
Living Your Truth
I am a firm believer in living your truth – being authentic in your actions, thoughts and values, no matter what the world expects from you. Oftentimes the actions and values part is easy, it’s the thoughts that trip you … 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 Return of the Light
As the Northern Hemisphere welcomes Winter this week, my mind is a jumble of thoughts. Winter officially begins on the Winter Solstice, December 21 this year. This marks the shortest day of the year, where darkness makes her longest appearance. … Continued