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
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 …
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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 …
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It’s Friday; a great day to get out and stretch your legs. Today’s walk was a walk in the forest along Trillium Falls Trail in the Redwoods National and State Parks. This three mile loop is one of my personal favorites. I never tire of this trail. It’s conveniently located off HWY 101 so ocean …
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
Baxter and I took our walk in some very blustery weather this morning. There’s a big storm predicted for our region and the ocean bears testimony that it’s well on its way. The waves were big, the tide was high and the wind was blowing hard. Not a day for a walk on the beach. …
Continue reading Today’s Walk: Braving the Storm but Staying Safe
The show stopper for this morning’s walk was the amazing skyline and cloud cover we had. The initial blue sky morphed into quite a display while Baxter and I were out walking. There is a whole lotta change going on in our world and today’s skyline seemed to mimic all that energy. It’s been an …
Continue reading Today’s Walk: A Whole Lotta Change Going On
My daughter Allie and I took a walk in The Park today venturing out on one of my favorite Northern California trails, Trillium Falls Trail, inside Redwood National and State Parks. It’s hard to beat walking in a magnificent redwood forest. We stopped at the beach to refuel with lunch before heading home. The best …
Continue reading Today’s Walk: Grateful for Our National & State Parks
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
Perspectives From My Trail 