Today on my walk I realized that since the snow melted all the spaces that were off limits, and which will be again with overgrowth in summer, are now open to me for exploring. Wide stretches of prairie fields, hills, stands of birch and pine. The photo was taken a block away from my house. I feel lucky to be here.
Solace in Nature#1
When I first moved to Amery five years ago I woke to strange noises on early spring mornings. After two years when out on a walk I discovered their source. Sandhill cranes make a guttural barking sound when flying and at other times. They nest at the school down the block. Yesterday I heard my first of the year. Today when I heard it, I look up to find it soaring above my head. This is what will keep me sane right now.