Tag Archives: Nature

My Morning Gift

Posted on June 30, 2018 by rstaples2013

I have been expecting to see a doe and a baby fawn in our backyard. It usually happens in the spring. A few days ago, my hope was realized as a mother doe walked carefully through the trees followed by … Continue reading →

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Are Bare Trees Happy?

Posted on October 21, 2015 by rstaples2013

In conversation with an older friend, I heard her say, “The trees are losing their leaves.” She continued, “I love it. They are so happy to not have to hold the weight of all those green leaves.” Because I have … Continue reading →

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When the Journey Looks Impossible

Posted on January 17, 2015 by rstaples2013

I have been fascinated today by a story I found on BBC News of bar headed geese that take a “short cut” on their migratory journey from Tibet to India and actually fly over the top of Mt Everest. This … Continue reading →

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You Need to Know it isThere

Posted on June 21, 2014 by rstaples2013

Why are some things so hard to see? As I walked up to our deck, at a seasonal campsite, I realized I had disturbed a humming bird. The stunningly small bird fluttered over the branch that literally hung over the … Continue reading →

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The Stunning Beauty of Green

Posted on May 14, 2014 by rstaples2013

I am sitting on a lounge chair that can be manipulated into almost any position. It sits on the floor and can be flat or clicked into a chaise lounge (or any other creative design). I love this chair. From … Continue reading →

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