Life Amongst the Landscape, Unexpected Inspiration, Life as Art, Travel and More
I think many of us are longing for a sense of normalcy. It’s been a year of isolation accompanied by fear that has created the weirdest of “new normals.” Is it just me, or when you happen upon strangers, like on a trail, sidewalk or even at the Post Office, does it feel like they …
Continue reading Today’s Walk: Spring Blooms & Buds Make it Better
It’s a spectacular Monday morning on the north coast which is timely because after celebrating my birthday last week, I need to burn off the scrumptious cream cheese frosted carrot cake I’ve been eating. That’s the dilemma with having a cake in the house when you are empty nesters. It used to be that our …
Continue reading Today’s Walk: Working off That High Caloric Weekend
As the pandemic continues to drag on I think we can all use some inspiration. I suggest turning to nature. We are on the cusp of a seasonal change. On the west coast the spring explosion of budding plants has started. I am always in awe by this development. I find it quite miraculous; the …
Baxter and I got up and onto the trail early to beat the crowds. It’s a beautiful sunny weekend which translates into lots of visitors. Most weekends we retreat to the comfort of our own backyard rather than hang at the beach with the weekend crowd. It’s a pandemic precaution but also because if you …
Baxter and I used our “insurance policy” on our walk today. Often when he wears his blue raincoat we beat the rain and today was one of those mornings. A quick spin around the headland and some time afterwards, beach combing on Launcher Beach. A great way to start the day and launch the weekend. …
I heard from one of our neighbors that a Bald Eagle had been repeatedly spotted on the rocks offshore from the beach below our home. So I set out this morning to walk with binoculars hoping to get a glimpse of this extraordinary bird. I failed to spot the Eagle but did see quite a …
Continue reading Today’s Walk: Gaining Comfort From the Ocean
After zeroing in on some trail graffiti, my word to describe today is, wistful. It fits my mood and the landscape I walked in. Wistful is an adjective that describes a feeling of vague longing. As Baxter and I started our ascent up Trinidad Head, a gentle fog rolled in and contributed to the mood. …
Continue reading Today’s Walk: A Graffiti Tag Identifies the Mood
Baxter and I got out early today to beat the impending rain. There’s a storm hitting our region; my family and friends to the north in Portland are getting snow. One of the perks of early morning walks are the sounds that you hear. Because I’m on the coast, it’s the sound of the waves …
Continue reading Today’s Walk: The Extra Perk of a Morning Walk
If this pandemic has taught us anything, it’s that we can not control all aspects of our daily lives. What we can control, is seeking out the little things that bring us joy. I have always been interested in nature and native plants. My daily walks inspire me, bring me joy, and remind me of …
Continue reading Today’s Walk: It’s the Little Things That Can Bring Joy
My trusty side kick Baxter is back on the trail with me, or so it seems. I’ll know more tonight but I suspect he may be a little sore after jumping back into our routine. Today was a good reminder of why it’s beneficial to be able to let go and go with the flow. …
Perspectives From My Trail 