A Sense Of Wonder

A Sense Of Wonder

by | Sep 15, 2026 | Meditations, Nature

The Kortum Trail winds along three miles of some of the most spectacular coastline that Sonoma County has to offer. On clear days the northernmost point of Point Reyes National Seashore is visible far to the south. At various times throughout the year, humpback and...
Light As Feather

Light As Feather

by | Aug 22, 2026 | Meditations, Nature

Finding a hummingbird feather is like finding a four-leaf clover or seeing a shooting star appear out of an ink-black sky. These are serendipitous occurrences and when they happen it’s like a wand has been waved somewhere and I’m in the right place at the right time...
The Kids Are Alright

The Kids Are Alright

by | Aug 13, 2026 | Nature

All throughout spring and early summer the birds in our backyard have been busy. The lesser goldfinch population is larger than it’s ever been and they’ve all been jockeying for position at the feeders. A pair of house finches have been a constant presence. The male’s...
Lost…And Found In The Pacific Northwest

Lost…And Found In The Pacific Northwest

by | Jun 28, 2026 | Meditations, Nature

When you lose your wedding ring it’s not like losing your sunglasses or your phone. It’s a drag to lose those things for sure and it will cost you but they’re easily replaceable. But the ring? Yea you could get another one but it will never be THE one. It’s a sinking...
Creekside Ramble

Creekside Ramble

by | Jun 1, 2026 | Meditations, Nature

Today is sublime and the light that illuminates the forest this morning is dappled and green. Taking my time as I have nothing but time I do a slow deliberate crawl along the Creekside Trail. Familiar like an old friend this trail offers something new every time I...