• fall season,  leaves,  Plants,  quotes

    I believe this…

    November 2, 2026

    The miracle is that we are here at all.
    Life itself is our greatest wonder.
    To simply BE is all inspiring.
    I believe this.

    Richard Wagamese

    It has been overcast, windy, and cold all day. And for me I can’t seem to warm up. I made it to the coffee shop then had a zoom meeting before meeting Duane for lunch today. So, I’ve been busy. I took this image of the grove of trees yesterday and thought I’d post it since I’ve not pressed the shutter button yet today. This morning Daisy presented my mocha latte with a perfect shaped heart. 🩵 Her latte heart reaffirmed my belief that life is a miracle! However, I am realistic enough to know that is not true for everyone in this world. So I vote with the desire to make the world a better place to live in, that love replaces hate and violence, that our political system return to its original goal of serving the people (and not just the wealthy), and that there be a change of heart in the people of this country and world. This is also my prayer!! I hope you are having a good Monday!!

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  • Ai enhanced,  fall season,  leaves,  Plants

    The Power of Unity

    October 29, 2026

    “The trees act not as individuals, but somehow as a collective. Exactly how they do this, we don’t yet know. But what we see is the power of unity. What happens to one happens to us all. We can starve together or feast together.”

    Robin Wall Kimmerer, Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge, and the Teachings of Plants

    When I left the coffee shop this morning I was fascinated with the fallen leaves along Howes Street. I may have looked a bit strange walking among them looking for colors, patterns, and shapes, camera in hand snapping an image here and there. Also, stooping once in a while to get a closer look. I look at all those leaves that are individually unique, yet in unity they make for a colorful fall collage. And as a special touch nature adds a few drops of moisture from the night’s frost. We are a few degrees cooler than yesterday but still blessed with blue skies and sunshine this afternoon. Another beautiful fall day to enjoy. I hope you are also!

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  • clouds,  fall season,  landscape,  natural areas,  Pineridge Natural Area

    A Beautiful Fall Day

    October 28, 2026

    It has been a lovely day here in Colorado. A few clouds this morning gave way to blue skies and sunshine. I finally have my front door installation finished. When ordering the door they cut the deadbolt hole too small and the installer was afraid they were going to need to reorder the door. However they came up with an idea and tried a new gadget that worked. All is good now. Restless, I drove to the natural area this afternoon and spent some time journaling. I took a refreshing walk around and took a few images of the fall colors. Hoping you are enjoying your fall day!

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  • fall season,  leaves,  nature,  Plants,  quotes

    To be alive…

    October 23, 2026

    “There are only two kinds of people in the world. Those who are alive and those who are afraid.”

    Rachel Naomi Remen

    Interesting how two maple trees about 50 feet apart can have such different fall colors. The maple tree in the building next to me has red leaves but almost all of them are fringed in brown. I assume due to the drought conditions. While the tree next to my mailbox has rich red colored leaves and almost no brown fringe. I will never understand nature but then that’s the mystery of nature. May I just be alive to her mystery. It is a beautiful day here in Colorado, blue sky and sunshine. However, colder weather is expected over the next few days. Enjoy your weekend!

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  • fall season,  leaves,  Plants

    A Lovely Day

    October 20, 2026

    It has been an amazing Indian Summer day here. After my ride to the coffee shop I have been enjoying the weather outside. White clouds drift by against the blue sky. Two squirrels chase one another around the ash tree. A breeze comes lightly through making its lovely music and beckoning the leaves to let go and freely dance to the ground. I believe these to be ash leaves on display of their yellow and bronze colors. Yes, a lovely day here in Colorado. I hope all is well with you. May wisdom, love and compassion be a part of your day.

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  • flowers,  landscape,  Plants,  Plants/Nature,  quotes,  snow,  winter scenes

    Spring Snow

    May 6, 2026
    Looking out my front door
    Lilacs baring a heavy load
    Damaged tree at CSU Oval
    CSU Flower Trial Gardens
    CSU Flower Trial Gardens

    Here are a few scenes from the spring snow we are enjoying. I cleaned off 5 inches of snow from my car this morning. We need the moisture so I’m pleased with that. It is a heavy wet snow so it will keep the tree trimmers busy over the next couple of days. There are several tree branches down on along the campus on Shields and Laurel and they have the CSU Oval closed. The coffee shop was empty because CSU classes have been canceled. Meg, my barista, made me an Old town mocha and was playing oldies, so I tapped my foot and journaled. The snow is beginning to let up as the sun tries to break through the clouds and the temperature rises. I would suggest you not walk under any trees as you will most likely get snow dumped on you, very wet and cold snow. I am looking forward to meeting my youngest daughter and granddaughter for lunch today. Stay warm and dry and please treat everyone you meet today as a person!

    “Evil begins when you begin to treat people as things.”

    Terry Pratchett
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  • landscape,  snow,  winter scenes

    Snow and Cold

    April 17, 2026

    It began snowing just after 8:00 am this morning. At one time the snowflakes were big and beautiful. It’s what you’d expect with a springtime snow and made me smile. It has stopped and this dusting is all we are getting but we so need any moisture we can get. We are not expecting to be above 45 degrees today and it will be below freezing tonight and tomorrow night.

    “I don’t think everyone wants to create the great American novel, but we all have a dream of telling our stories-of realizing what we think, feel, and see before we die. Writing is a path to meet ourselves and become intimate.”

    Natalie Goldberg

    One of the gifts of blogging has been the opportunity to try my hand at writing. It truly has helped me discover who I really am rather than the man wearing an assortment of masks, depending on the stage I think I’m on. As Goldberg suggests I also am not interested in writing a novel. However the daily practice of journaling and regularly posting on this blog has been a good fit for me. So bare with me as I continue on this path.

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  • quotes,  snow,  trees,  winter scenes

    It’s a quiet day

    March 6, 2026

    Love is the seed of life in my own heart
    when it seeks the good of the other.

    Thomas Merton

    Finally a taste of winter. It began snowing early this morning, just now beginning to let up and turning to rain. I am guessing 1-3 inches of snow. US 287 north from Ted’s Place to Laramie, Wy was closed earlier due to blizzard conditions but is now open. This is a much needed gift of moisture for us. Had a mocha early at Mugs and have laundry in the dryer now. It’s a quiet day. I hope you enjoy your Friday!

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