Rainbows in Her Hair

You know everything is going to be alright when you look down to see rainbows in your hair. 

As quickly as they appeared, they were gone.  I do so hope they come back and stay a little longer.

Nature's Art Show

 

 

Available daily, outside.

Bunny Mama

In the roots of the tall alder tree in our yard, we found a bunny nest hidden by the surrounding grass.  Deep inside were five precious little creatures with their eyes closed but no mother rabbit.  Fearing that they had been orphaned by any number of local predators, we did a bit of research and learned the mother doesn't come around during the day so as not to attract said predators, but instead comes at night to nurse them.

One week later their eyes were open and they were still cuddled together in their warm nest.  They were mostly eyes and ears at that point.  No sign of mom.

Yesterday (five days later) they were scurrying about their hole under the tree roots but not about to come out.  Still no mother was in sight.

Early this morning, the Bunny Mama hopped out of the salal bushes and over to the nest.  She stood at the edge of the hole and peered in.  Apparently she was giving her kids either a last minute safety lecture or a "you can do it" inspirational speech.  Then she hopped away from the nest yet stayed close by eating clover.

Within minutes, the baby bunnies came bolting out of the nest straight into the brush, a blur of fur and ears.  After they made their escape out into the world, Bunny Mama hopped away too.  Nicely done, my lady, nicely done!

If You Want to Celebrate America...

...listen to the voice of the Earth.

Sister Sally's Happy Place

Laying in the soft sand, the warm sun and gentle breezes nurture her.  The waves gently lap upon the beach and echo softly in her ears.  Off in the distance she hears the sounds of her children laughing and playing.  She smiles to herself.  Surrounded by her loved ones, yet alone with her thoughts, she relishes this perfect moment on Earth.

And as she give thanks for this moment, we give thanks for her.