As mentioned in Sunday’s post, these newsletters will be going out to everyone through the fall equinox. We can certainly use as many moments of peace and beauty as we can get. Enjoy!
“Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage.” - Lao Tzu
This quote resonates with me when I think of how I used to be scared to be even on a paved walking trail in the middle of the day by myself - and here I am now out at sunrise climbing over rocks in a way I couldn’t have done not that long ago. Yes, loving gives us courage.
This week has had so many stories and I hope I can get some of them to you for Sunday’s post! Meanwhile, there is plenty of beauty to share. Thank goodness for the beauty. With all that is being lost in the world right now, I find myself appreciating every living thing even more.
Sunrise August 8, 2023
Indigo bunting is often the first bird I hear in my neighborhood in the morning. They like to sit on the top of the tree and sing before dawn.
The robins are also early risers, including the youngsters like this one.
The goldfinches know the best seeds wait for them int he early morning too.
The early bluebird gets the worm - especially if mom or dad brings it!
This youngster is already a prolific bug catcher! (eastern Phoebe)
I was really excited to see a Mississippi kite in the park! I’ve only seen them a handful of times in over a decade.
Another member of the baby brigade, this is a fledgling red-bellied woodpecker.
Junior cardinal is not to be left out as she figures out her way in the world!
My love of peace, space and quiet also gives me courage to walk in the early morning light. (Pre-sunrise July 30, 2023)
A tiny flower I hadn’t seen (or at least hadn’t noticed) before. My phone app says it’s a bellflower.
Thank goodness for all the beautiful creatures, great and small. (widow skimmer dragonfly)
I hope wherever you are you find safety, shelter, love, and beauty.
Oh Karen that quote~ yesterday was a horrific day~ I just came out of a pancreatitis flare for 8 days and then woke up with a kidney infection. Saw my Dr. First thing~ and test confirmed~ kary and I got into the car~ and I started to cry~ I was relieved and scared why would kary after 35 years want to retire to take care of me? I have been telling myself~ I finally said it~ she said in sickness and in health ~ that’s it I love you~ I was so grateful for her~ after resting I sat in my recliner and here comes a baby hummingbird ~ I watch the two of them~ and their mom or dad~ I thought of you Karen and the love I have developed for birds and it’s because of you~so thank you it took my mind off my pain and I thanked God for you too~ I love all the pictures this morning ❤️
Not only do I enjoy the read through--and the amazing images--but it's sustaining and thought-stilling to read others' responses, to see how your work moves others, too. You are doing good work, in the best way. Thank you.
Oh Karen that quote~ yesterday was a horrific day~ I just came out of a pancreatitis flare for 8 days and then woke up with a kidney infection. Saw my Dr. First thing~ and test confirmed~ kary and I got into the car~ and I started to cry~ I was relieved and scared why would kary after 35 years want to retire to take care of me? I have been telling myself~ I finally said it~ she said in sickness and in health ~ that’s it I love you~ I was so grateful for her~ after resting I sat in my recliner and here comes a baby hummingbird ~ I watch the two of them~ and their mom or dad~ I thought of you Karen and the love I have developed for birds and it’s because of you~so thank you it took my mind off my pain and I thanked God for you too~ I love all the pictures this morning ❤️
Not only do I enjoy the read through--and the amazing images--but it's sustaining and thought-stilling to read others' responses, to see how your work moves others, too. You are doing good work, in the best way. Thank you.