I grew up never realizing trees flowered. I’m still learning much about them. This is the time of year to enjoy seeing and learning. As my biologist friend Bernd Heinrich…
One of the delights of this week in Southern Michigan has been seeing the Star Magnolias in their full glory of blooming. Our friend Julia says the blooms only last…
Spring burst forth this year and, by taking a quick trip to Michigan, I’ve also burst into Spring. I feel lost in time but am enjoying being with family and…
I too often use the word “unbelievable.” Today proves I should have reserved it only for special occasions. The temperature in the sun was in the 70s, too warm for…
A stunning morning with 3″ of powdery, new snow and the air cold enough with a light breeze to have some of it fall and show up like diamond dust.…
This time of year can be a challenge, waiting for the “real ” spring to come forth. This is especially true after returning to cold weather from warm North Carolina.…
I remember the first Spring I began to see wild flowers. We lived a short walk from a maple-beech woods with a profusion of blooms beginning even as the snow…
Still Learning To See 