Life Amongst the Landscape, Unexpected Inspiration, Life as Art, Travel and More
One of the side benefits to daily walking is that you recognize the other regulars and sometimes have a chance to converse. Trail side chats range from a simple, “how are you doing,” to tackling the bigger issues of the day. We probably won’t solve all the world’s problems but these conversations at least help …
Continue reading Today’s Walk: Saving the World While on the Trail
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
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. …
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
Perspectives From My Trail 