Category: nature
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10 Things I’ve Been Wanting to Say to ADK
10. Thank you for the escape! We were surrounded by all of your natural gifts from morning to night and never even thought of turning on the TV. Also, having our wifi and cellphone connection wavering allowed us to put that aside as well. No news for a week! This allowed a sense of peace…
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Joys of July (So far…)
I have been soaking up summer over the past 2 weeks. Here are 2 poems that capture a few moments of joy in July so far. In the Lavender Fields was inspired while doing yoga in the rows between lavender plants. It was a beautiful, peaceful experience. I hope my words capture that calmness so…
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Simply Being Outside Boosts My Soul
I came to you depleted drained. I rest in your presence mindful open. Your gentle warm breezes caringly brush my bangs to the side, Your warming sunbeams lovingly kiss my forehead, Your singing birds tenderly encourage my soul. I rest in your presence healed restored. I leave you filled fresh. On Saturday morning, I woke…
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Spring Blossoms: A Joyful Park Visit
One side of the hill chirping Answered in song from the other side, positive energy of a Spring evening. White Magnolia buds popped to blooms Bookended by pale pink plum blossoms like fairy crowns worn across reaching branches goldened by the sun. Singular Weeping Cherry demands attention from center point, cascading flowers arching to tickle…
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March’s Last Flakes???-SOLC Day 27
Could it be the final silent accumulation providing an awakening surprise? Could it be the final dusting of rooftops all around the neighborhood? Could it be the final abstract painting of chaotic tiny footprints across my deck? Could it be the final collection of white fluffiness next to red berries on the holly bush? Could…
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Distance Disbelief- SOLC Day 14
5 miles…. WHAT???? I really didn’t believe that I just walked 5 miles. I met a friend at 4:00 for a walk on this sunny 60 degree day. We started walking the path along the Erie Canal enjoying the blue sky, sunshine, warm breeze and the feelings of Spring. My friend and I chatted about…
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Is This a Spring Tease?-SOLC Day 12
Pops of yellow blooms quietly taunt Spring’s near through brown, brittle leaves Oh, surprise-bees are back too Is this more than just a tease? Today was a 65 degree day with full sun! It has been months since seeing a temperature like this. The sun was radiant in the popping blue sky. So lovely! Arriving…
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Spring Blooms Defeat Winter Wearies-SOLC Day 4
T en closed buds of alternating lilac and white U plifting sight for a tired, weary winter soul L aments turned to hopeful optimism I gnoring the price tag P urchased on a happy whim S pring bundled in cellophane to carry home
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The Joy of Morning Birdsong-SOLC Day 3
The last few days, I have been awakened by birdsong again! It is an absolutely lovely alarm clock. It brings a smile to my face as I awaken my senses to the day. It is such a treat to reenter consciousness in this joyful way. This is such a change from the absolute silent mornings…
Doodads and Doodles 