Tag: Winter
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Use Your Words
A fine early September day. We had a goodly dew overnight so the grass is wet, green, and lush. Jennie says that this morning’s dawn chorus was rowdy; without my hearing aids I could not hear it, but I am glad the birds were up and singing. The days are cool and sunny, the nights…
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Stillmeadow Revisited
After a blistering July, August began with deep chill. At one point Friday afternoon the temperature was 63F with a stiff breeze blowing in from the northeast. I kept putting on layers until late afternoon when the sun came out, the wind died down, and the temperature rose into the low 70’s. This morning the…
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Story Lines
Recent snowfall contrasts with warmer temperatures and changing weather patterns. The author reflects on the significance of Ancestors, not just humans, but the myriad beings whose lives shape our existence. They emphasize the importance of preserving species and ecosystems, as their destruction erases ancient stories and wisdom that connect us to our roots.
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Hungry Ghosts
We had our first real snow of the season last night. Now the sun is out and the world is new snow bright. Yesterday Jennie and I, and a group of others, hosted a day-long online social justice event. The event had been planned for almost a year and the conversations seemed even more pressing…
