snow covered blossoms
mws
lifegiving blanket of white
morning’s delight
morning’s delight…
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We must…
We must regain the conviction that we need one another, that we have a shared responsibility for others and the world, and that being good and decent are worth it. We have had enough of immorality and the mockery of ethics, goodness, faith and honesty. It is time to acknowledge that light-hearted superficiality has done us no good. When the foundations of social life are corroded, what ensues are battles over conflicting interests, new forms of violence and brutality, and obstacles to the growth of a genuine culture of care for the environment.
Pope Francis, Laudato Si: On care for our common home -
Contemplation
Those who contemplate the beauty of the earth find reserves of strength that will endure as long as life lasts. There is something infinitely healing in the repeated refrains of nature — the assurance that dawn comes after night, and spring after winter.
Rachel Carson, Silent Spring -
Morning Walk
Grass and relfections at Pineridge Natural Area 
Thistle 
Prickly Pear Did not sleep well as I ate too much yesterday afternoon at the graduation BBQ. Took a morning walk at Pineridge and am off my normal schedule by an hour or so. It is already hot today. Here are some images from my time there. Have a great Sunday!
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Blossoms, Shadows and Snow?
Blossoms and Shadows I took this image earlier in the week on campus at one of the courtyards. Loved the patterns and muted colors. Hope you do also.
I listened to a man excitedly attempt to explain new scientific evidence of God and the creation of the universe. I accept his enthusiasm and desire to explain what he now knows, but…. he quickly lost my attention. There are some who have found their Spirit of the Universe, Great Creator, Higher Power or whatever and each is different. And, there are those who are not even interested in knowing or looking.
I’m personally drawn to mystery. Mystery is what keeps me seeking, listening, reading, writing, asking questions but not necessarily expecting to find “the” answer.
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Spring Blossoms
We had snow in the high country but rain and slush along the foothills. Signs of Spring are everywhere. Enjoy your week!
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So Many Cactus
Cactus Blossom 
Back Lit Cactus 
Prickly Pear Blossom 
And, of course the Saguaro 
Saguaro and Superstition Mountains -
My Walk to Coffee
Red Bird of Paradise 
Yellow Blossom on a Prickly Pear Cactus 
Great Blue Heron Its about a half mile walk from the house to the little cafe at the recreation center where I can sit among fountains in cushioned chairs, sip on a mocha and write. Here are three from the walk.
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Springtime
New Growth 
Blossoms “The only journey is the one within.”
Rainer Maria Rilke -
I’m Ready
Apple Blossoms “There is a greater comfort in the substance of silence than in the answer to a question.” – Thomas Merton
I noticed this blossom on my walk from the transit center to Mugs coffeehouse last week. It was snowing lightly when I took the image. Spring is coming and I’m ready.
