They are such a stereotypical sign of spring but they never fail to catch my eye. I always think back to elementary school when we would gather branches full of the soft grey buds, glue them on to outlines of rabbits and cats and probably mice, then proudly pin them up on the “SPRING” wall. … Continue reading Seasonal Observations: Pussywillow
The Red Breasted Nuthatch has been visiting regularly, taking one sunflower seed at a time from the feeder, then flying with that seed to another tree, where it wedges the seed in a crack. Sometimes the bird uses the grip of the tree to hold the seed in place so it can get at the … Continue reading Seasonal Observations: The Red Breasted Nuthatch
A warm welcome to Connie Sobchak, who guest-blogged for us last year, and has agreed to become a regular photo of the week contributor. Here's her first! The run is a ritual that keeps me healthy but it is not just the physical activity that shapes my perspective. The spaces I trek through heal me … Continue reading Photo of the Week
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