Tag: nature
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St. Valentine’s Day
The post discusses the contrast between a bright Valentine’s Day and the destruction wrought by colonizers and contemporary powers. It reflects on St. Valentine, historical injustices, ecological devastation fueled by consumerism, and the troubled outlook on humanity’s future. Yet, it also emphasizes the importance of empathy, connection, and a long-term perspective amid despair and beauty.
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Dark Days
It’s a bit more than a week before the winter solstice and the slow return of the light. Today is a dark, dreary day in between storms. There is no coyote, nose to the scent, in the field, where there will likely soon be a new house, next to us. Outside my window there are…
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Self Care in Rabid Times
A grumpy day, cool and dark. Still no rain. The trees remain in multiple stages of leaf change, bare trees stand next to green gold and red ones. The drought seems to be browning the leaves but still there are areas of rich color. I have been out photographing the past few days. I’m trying…
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On Free Lunches
Today is sunny and warm. We are deep in drought, again, with no end in sight. Most days are too warm, as are many nights. In spite of this the fall color is excellent, although the leaves fall soon after they change. While some trees remain green, it seems we are now past peak. Nori…
