Life Amongst the Landscape, Unexpected Inspiration, Life as Art, Travel and More
Every once in awhile life brings you something exceptional. Tonight it was such a treat to hear Howdy Emerson play The Rowantree on his bagpipes at the top of Trinidad Head while the sun began to set. A definite, wish you were here kinda moment. One I’ll never forget. Especially the Happy Birthday tune Howdy …
Continue reading Today’s Walk: Inspired by Bagpipes at Sunset
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. …
On today’s walk I could just feel the optimism in the air. On this beautiful Super Bowl Sunday people were out walking, kayaking, fishing and surfing before the big game. It’s great to be around so much energy! Mother Nature is also giving out positive vibes and energy. More signs of spring are all around. …
Perspectives From My Trail 