Message from the Mountain

Standing on top of a mountain can give someone a different perspective of life. It is a moment when you can consider the past, present, and future without the intrusion of a busy world below. Then wh…

I noticed some moss growing on the side of a trail that looked as if it was some sort of sponge and water absorbent. I’m not sure if I‘ve seen that variety before. It was just another oddity of Natur…

One of my favorite early summer flowers is the yellow day lily. Their cheery blooms are a welcome sight indicating that summer is really here. It seems as if I spend a good part of my day in waking m…

The June day was perfect for a brief meditation at the top of the Lupine Field with a background of flowers, Davis Pond and the mountains beyond. Some meditators can recall perfectly the experience, …

I have many pairs of gloves: work gloves that protect my hands, and cold weather gloves that keep them warm, but it seems like they are never quite the perfect fit. However, then there are the wildfl…

On a recent walk along the shore of the ocean, I spotted a driftwood seat that I assumed was washed up by the tide. It waited there for someone to occupy it until it set sail again. There are always …

A black spot in the grass at the top of the Lupine Field caught my eye. And, upon investigation, I found a shiny black feather probably left there by a raven. I felt it was a sign from Nature that ou…

June is finally busting out all over. The flowers, including beautiful blue flags, create a landscape pallet that is a feast for the eyes. It is a time to be grateful and to pass your gratitude on to…