It’s Tuesday, ugh, but it’s also spring, so today I’ll be taking a moment to enjoy the bluebells in the forest of Hallerbos.
Join me!
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Posts Tagged ‘nature’
If You Need Me, Haller
Posted in Other, tagged #365Ways, #365Ways2025, forest bathing, inspiration, nature, Spring, Thoughts on May 6, 2025| Leave a Comment »
Mrs. Munk
Posted in Writing, tagged #365Ways, #365Ways2025, garden, haiku, nature, Spring, Thoughts on April 30, 2025| Leave a Comment »
Beneath violets’
purple shade, the chipmunk darts
from winter to spring
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Even More Fishies
Posted in Science!, tagged #365Ways, #365Ways2025, inspiration, meditations, nature, wildlife, zen on April 25, 2025| 1 Comment »
As mentioned, I’m still having fun watching the Fish Doorbell, but I haven’t actually seen any fish. That’s fine, it’s more of a meditation than anything (and we could all use some zen right now, amirite?) but some days the world is grey and you just want to chill out with the ocean.
For that, I give you a coral reef in Florida:
Underwater camera documents daily life on a Miami coral reef
The Coral City Camera shows endangered corals that are thriving and remarkably resilient in the heart of Miami’s busy port. The live feed has helped scientists gain a new understanding of the value and beauty of something they call “urban corals.”
A thing I learned: “Rip rap are large pieces of rock that armor a shoreline, protecting it from erosion, storm surge and sea level rise.”
Because the world is awesome, and so is science.
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Moose on the Loose
Posted in Other, tagged #365Ways, #365Ways2025, cool stuff is cool, inspiration, moose, nature, slow tv, Sweden, Thoughts on April 19, 2025| 2 Comments »
I’m still watching the Fish Doorbell (it’s been quiet at the times I’m on but it’s still fun), and now I’ve added a new livestream to my list of “things to watch when I need a minute of chill.”
If you also need a minute of chill, check this out:
Livestream of moose migrating to their summer pastures fascinates millions | AP News
Before Swedish slow TV hit “The Great Moose Migration” began airing Tuesday, Ulla Malmgren stocked up on coffee and prepared meals so she doesn’t miss a moment of the 20-day, 24-hour event.
“Sleep? Forget it. I don’t sleep,” she said.
Here’s the direct link to this distillation of slow Swedishness: Den stora älgvandringen – Idag 00-00 | SVT Play
Despite the many ongoing challenges of animals in the modern world, there’s something deeply comforting about this reminder that the non-human world continues to turn.
And moose are still on the loose.
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Naught But Joy
Posted in Likes, Writing, tagged #365Ways, #365Ways2025, bright side, haiku, nature, Thoughts, writing on February 7, 2025| Leave a Comment »
Of all Nature’s gifts
Bright sun, warm rain, skies above…
You bring naught but joy.
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Cloudy With A Chance of Meteors
Posted in Science!, tagged #365Ways, #365Ways2024, astronomy, beauty, inspiration, meteor shower, nature, space on December 12, 2024| Leave a Comment »
If you happen to live in a place that will have clear skies tonight (or tomorrow), rejoice! It is time for that highlight of the annual meteor shower cycle, the Geminids.
Geminids meteor shower: What to know, viewing tips – NPR
The Geminids, which are bright and have a yellow hue, are considered one of the best and most reliable annual meteor showers, when at least 120 meteors are usually seen per hour during its peak, NASA says.
The Geminid meteor shower peaks in the middle of December, with the most activity this year expected late Friday and into early Saturday, according to NASA.
Alas, we expect snow and clouds here tonight, but I’m happy knowing that you, dear reader, might have a chance to see one of the most spectacular shows in the solar system.
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Apple Season
Posted in Other, tagged #365Ways, #365Ways2024, fall, nature, Thoughts on October 18, 2024| Leave a Comment »
One great thing about fall is that it’s apple season. Not that the modern world doesn’t have apples year round, but what better time to enjoy this fruit? Maybe it’s just me and my apple crumble fixation.
That said, my love of apples has nothing on this guy’s:
Apple Rankings by The Appleist Brian Frange – Comedian Brian Frange
Brian Frange is a comedian and writer who has been yelling about apples for years…
Start by entering an apple type, scrolling down to browse, or heading over to the list of Apple Rankings, and enjoy the detailed yet humorously opinionated descriptions.
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The Time of Feathers and Fog
Posted in Other, tagged #365Ways, #365Ways2024, nature, seasons, Thoughts on October 5, 2024| Leave a Comment »
Did you know that the traditional Japan almanac recognized 72 micro-seasons?
Japan’s 72 Microseasons | Nippon.com
In ancient times the Japanese divided their year into 24 periods based on classical Chinese sources. The natural world comes to life in the even more vividly named 72 subdivisions of the traditional Japanese calendar.
I thought of that fact this morning when I woke to what felt like a sea change in the weather. The overnight temperatures have been dropping, of course, but there is something else.
Along with a new chill in the air, the morning started with fog that wound between houses, draping the neighborhood in a layer of mystery. The cries of geese echoed down from above as they arrowed south.
It is the season of feathers and fog.
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Well and Truly Fall
Posted in Other, tagged #365Ways, #365Ways2024, inspiration, nature, Thoughts on October 1, 2024| Leave a Comment »
“I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.”
— L.M. Montgomery
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Tinged in Red
Posted in Other, tagged #365Ways, #365Ways2024, fall, inspiration, nature on September 4, 2024| Leave a Comment »
Nights are cooler, the afternoon sky is a crisp blue, and the outermost leaves of the giant maple tree across the street are tinged in red. It must be time for fall foliage predictions!
Fall foliage map: When and where to expect autumn colors
Click through for animated maps and links to more info, explainers, and a printable coloring book for the kiddos (or you, I don’t judge!).
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