Daniel noticed the first sign of spring daffodils on Sunday evening. This tiny bulb is braving snow right now; I hope it can manage. Other images: wooden curly cue on fallen branch; fresh snow on leaves; spindly branches in fog
leaves
leaves & berries
Tiptoeing around the backyard squishing muddy earth into the ridges of my boots seemed like the best thing to do on this quiet Christmas Eve Eve afternoon. The town is bustling with holiday vacationers, but no one thought to plan any last minute events. I'm going to try to convince Daniel to eat popcorn and … Continue reading leaves & berries
autumn light
I took a short walk yesterday evening to enjoy the crisp air and setting sun. I felt a bit crazy walking more after being on my feet all morning and having to hike back to my car by the least efficient route due to the Dalai Lama's visit, but I'm glad I got out for … Continue reading autumn light
meditation on fear
Observe the browning leaves: do they worry as they die, and fall and fall to graying earth? Do they fight and struggle and scratch against the muscled fingers of gravity? No. They willingly go to decay, to shrink, to crunch under foot and Not return. They green in strong winds and spackled springtime light alike. … Continue reading meditation on fear
Leah Wise 