Here in coastal Washington state, wildflowers are popping out daily. This month the full moon blooms in the woods in the form of Palmate Coltsfoot, a disk-shaped white wildflower with pink tinges. I have spent so many hours staring at the full moon orb that I see its shape repeated over and over in nature: snowballs, jingle shells, agates, sand dollars, queen Anne’s lace and on and on. I have imprinted on the moon as if she was my mother, and together we’ve made a neural pathway through my brain. Of course I’ve already told you that I’m a Lunatic.
Continue reading...7. May 2009
Dandelions are setting seed on spring breezes. Whenever I see them I think of wishes, of hopes blown aloft on my breath—a reclamation of innocence and optimism. Spring is such a hopeful season, as we witness the ever more miraculous renewal of the earth’s life force in the northern hemisphere. How does She keep regreening despite the abysmal way we treat Her? This morning I watched a sparrow pick at a dandelion seed head then fly off, her mouth full of fuzz to line her nest. What a lovely home she’s building.
Continue reading...5. May 2009
All I want to share with you today is my favorite inspirational quote about the season, by Chilean poet Pablo Neruda. He was the subject of one of my favorite films, Il Postino…rent it if you haven’t seen it; a total charmfest. “Quiero hacer contigo lo que la primavera hace con los cerezos.” Translation: “I want to [...]
Continue reading...4. May 2009
When I journeyed to Neah Bay a few weeks back I noticed that trilliums were popping up in the woods. These showy wildflowers are often the first to appear and so they really stand out. They grow in many variations across the continent, but here in the west, they emerge white and gradually turn pink then more of a purplish rose. Though not exactly rare, you do have to venture into the woods to see them. Another common name for them is wake-robin, which brings to mind delightful fantasies of fairies flitting about, making sure robins remain the early birds who get their worms.
Continue reading...2. May 2009
Words to inspire: “Lift your arms with thanks for this priceless gift of a new day.” ~Og Mandino
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On the bluff behind us, her mate soared and shrieked fending off crows. Their nest isn’t far away, so I suppose this eagle was taking a break from parenting duties. Of course I can’t see into their nest, so I’m not sure if their eaglets have hatched. But we can all look into an aerie just across the Strait in British Columbia, where the fuzzy eaglets are putting on a delightful show. Visit the live eagle cam here (just during daylight hours, PDST). With Earth Day still fresh in my mind—and of course EVERY day needs to be Earth Day—this quote from Helen Keller continues the caretaking theme:
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8. May 2009
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