So fellow travelers, yesterday was gloriously mild and precipitation free. Right after work, I dashed down to the trails by Onondaga Lake where this vista and poem unfolded You have walked it seems for lifetimes to reach this shore only to realize there is no way to cross except for a bridge of clouds and …
Morning Flyover
So fellow travelers, I’ve been enjoying the morning light while I have it. In a few days, daylight savings time will spring forward, kicking my morning routine back into darkness. Nevermind. The symphony of spring adds new voices every day and I am grateful to be up and out early enough to hear them. The …
Delilah meets the Bumble
So fellow travelers, a few weeks ago Delilah and I had a rare encounter . DD meets the Abominable Snowman With the snow nearly gone I thought I better get the story told before it became as unseasonal as the record warmth we’ve been blessed with this month. Delilah was none too sure about this strange creature. …
Sunday’s at the Rescue : Transport Day
So fellow travelers, the past two weekends have featured Transport Days at the local dog rescue where I volunteer. The calm before the (well-0rganized) chaos Whenever I write about transports I know there will be questions regarding this aspect of the operations at Helping Hounds and I always welcome the chance to help people understand …
Marching on
So fellow travelers, the scavenger hunt for those little pops of Spring continues. A fresh round of snow overnight has dressed the garden skeletons in fresh linens. Pretty, yes. Yet prettier to my eyes are the festive St. Patrick’s decorations adorning the local shops. I’ll gratefully take any visions ofgreen I can find. Late snow …
Primrose Promise
So fellow travelers, I finally succeeded in capturing an image I’ve tried to photograph several times I pass this little red barn everyday on my way to and from work. Often there’s just something about the way the light hits it that stirs my heart. This season I have been fascinated by the swirling dots …
Romp in Peace.
Nancy’s thoughtful followup; such gentle and astute observations to take in.
Sunday’s at the Rescue: the Kiss
So fellow travelers, I spent some quality time with my rescue friends, both the 2 and 4 legged variety, yesterday. Our volunteer photo ninja, Caroline Booth Murphy has an eye for capturing the heart and soul of the dogs, as well as the great team of humans who work with them. This haiku came from …
Sacred Spaces
So fellow travelers, I have been in a bit of a haiku slump. So much so, I posted this from Facebook on my creative tribe’s page. At least I’m laughing while sitting in this writing ditch. Then this morning a single ray of light cracked open the ice dam. First Light golden gift …
In The South Field
A poignant and beautiful tribute from an amazing writer and rescue angel someone I am honored to also call friend.