Life Amongst the Landscape, Unexpected Inspiration, Life as Art, Travel and More
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. …
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
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
I don’t know what I’d do without access to a walking route. Burning energy on the headland trails has not only helped improve my fitness level, it also has kept me sane. Life throws punches and at this time I’m going to admit that I’m at my maximum capacity. Feb 2 will be the two …
Continue reading Today’s Walk: Stress Busting on the Headland
Wow! Whoever is on Biden’s Inauguration Team deserves big kudos for an amazing job. I had no idea I was going to cry so many tears of joy. The events inspired me, giving me comfort and great hope that our nation can move forward. It’s like the chaos of the last four years has been …
This morning was absolutely stunning. By the time I finished my walk it was 63 degrees! Not your typical January 18 but we currently live in a time with so many new normals. Today is a National holiday in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. I’m hoping the day provides time for reflection on our …
I have never forgotten hearing the phrase, “going to hell in a hand basket.” It’s a strong phrase older adults used in the 1960’s & 70’s to describe events at that time (Vietnam War, Watergate, protests and public displays of counter culture behavior). What I think it really described and reflected was frustration about things …
Continue reading Today’s Walk: Control Issues & Stress Management
Our big local news is that California Crab Fishermen have reached an agreement with their retail middlemen and will be heading out to sea tomorrow. Oregon fishermen finalized their negotiations earlier this week. On today’s walk, I spotted nine of Trinidad’s fleet of 17 fishing boats out in the harbor. Crew were putting bait in …
Continue reading Today‘s Walk: Some Things are Worth Waiting For
Between the foggy mist and the dramatic wave action this morning the ocean gave a reminder of her incredible strength. As we walked around the headland, looking down on the sea, it occurred to me just how insignificant humans really are. Our strength pales by comparison. Also of note today was the flora and fauna. …
Continue reading Today’s Walk: A Reminder of Whose in Control
Once you have been on the beach or fishing in the Pacific Ocean you can’t help but gain a respect for Mother Nature. I am forever in awe by the dynamics of water and how it interacts with the land or more specifically the beach. Today’s walk began at 7:15 am with a high tide …
Perspectives From My Trail 