The week between Christmas and New Year’s is always a bit untethered. I take this week off from work to spend with my kids and face it down with no expectations at all. In fact, right now the only thing we’ve got planned out is a trip to Vermont tomorrow. Another fact: I didn’t knowContinue reading “The Other ‘Days Between’”
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Blueberries and Rain
Growing up on my grandparent’s farm, I had the benefit of walking out into the orchard with my cereal bowl and picking some fresh blueberries to go along with my morning cornflakes. Somewhere in late May, maybe early June, my aunt and cousins would come over and we would drag out the massive nets toContinue reading “Blueberries and Rain”
Finally, a Chipmunk…
Early last month, someone set up a dome tent close enough to the edge of the road, near the trailhead at Ragged, that it was easy to see. Now that the forest has filled in, you really need to look for it – but it’s still there. The first time I saw it, the frontContinue reading “Finally, a Chipmunk…”
So Many Roads…
I haven’t been getting out to hike nearly as much as I’d like to. It’s not for lack of want, but lack of time. Either way, being that this is my last week off before I start my new 9-to-5, I’m going to make an effort to get out there and get my head right.Continue reading “So Many Roads…”
River Sisters Homestead
I live in a valley where the Connecticut River has a major influence on the weather we get down at the house. I’m half a mile from the main road, the other side of which lives the river. In the warmer months, you can hear the powerboats ripping down the multi-state waterway. Due to theContinue reading “River Sisters Homestead”
Six From The Heart
I spent this weekend in the woods – submerged in the ether. Fall is always a special time for me to get out in the out there, but this year came on extra strong and having the ability to get away for two days right when the leaves were hitting their stride was nothing shortContinue reading “Six From The Heart”
Eden’s Shore
Most people see Spring and Summer as the ideal time to have an adventure in the great outdoors. Spring? YES!Summer? Not so much… This morning I woke up and it was 45 degrees before the sun crawled over the mountain. It’s only 48 now with the sun in my eyes – and all I wantContinue reading “Eden’s Shore”
For Your Consideration: Photos
I’ve been really focused on the things around me lately – absorbing and reflecting. Being that we’re in the center of summer, there’s so much to see and try and capture the essence of. … So much so that I find myself splitting my free time between looking up places for the girls and meContinue reading “For Your Consideration: Photos”
Spur of the Moment: Turtle Creek (no editing)
Winter birdssing spring songsCelebratingdays beforewhen it was warm…Like springin winter. The banks of the riveredged in ice.Frozen boat rockscreek louder thanthe bird song. It’s still winter.Very much winters My thought are warmbut I should have worn gloves.
The Other Woodpeckers
Though I read a ton, I am the kind of person who likes to be surprised. Case and point – I know I can open a book or Google “Connecticut Woodpeckers” and be given a full, detailed spread about the variety of woodpeckers in the state – but I would rather experience their individuality spontaneously.Continue reading “The Other Woodpeckers”
Tribe Of Flannel 