Life Amongst the Landscape, Unexpected Inspiration, Life as Art, Travel and More
Today I switched things up a bit and changed course, taking the trail that goes out to the other headland in town, Elk Head. My daughter arrived this afternoon and I wanted to show her the Fetid adder’s tongue before all the plants went to seed. Spending time in nature can lift your spirits and …
This morning’s walk was back on Trinidad Head and to my surprise the trillium have finally started to bloom! Multiple new sprouts have also broken thru the surface and started to mature. I am so relieved that they are all still there. For a few weeks I worried that mischievous behavior had befallen them. As …
We had some serious wind last night that to a lesser extent continues today. As a result a tree was down on the headland loop. Baxter and I skirted by the tree on foot but a motorized vehicle would be blocked. My neighbor saw us return and the response I got was, “you walked in …
Every location has its charms and whether or not we realize it, we are all very tied to the landscapes we live in. A number of elements from within that landscape influence our behavior and our happiness. The people or plants and animals who live there, the architecture and history of the human designed environment, …
It was a brisk walk around the headland at 36 degrees but what a beautiful day! Our afternoon temp rose to 54 degrees with little to no wind which means it was warm. A great day to take a walk and also get some gardening done. To top off the sunny weather benefit there are …
We got out the door early this morning. Let’s call it preparation for Sunday’s time change to daylight savings time. Remember to set your clocks one hour ahead this weekend. There was a mix of lighting while we were out which is reflected in my pics. Clouds, sun and a light, wispy fog influence my …
Because of stormy weather Baxter and I didn’t take a walk on Friday so today makes up for it. The weather today was the flip side of yesterday; it was absolutely stunning. Days like this make me feel like I live in a picture postcard. It’s the first Saturday of the month so the historic …
Continue reading Today’s Walk: Picture Postcard Kinda Saturday
It always amazes me just how much weather can influence daylight levels and its reflection on the landscape. The ocean is a great example; lighting and wind (impacting or creating waves) can make it appear different shades of blue, green or sometimes even slightly gray. Yesterday we had very soft lighting which was reflected in …
Continue reading Today’s Walk: What a Difference a Day Makes
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
Perspectives From My Trail 