reset

henslowe shawl

eastern american toad

I took a walk on a favorite trail to settle my nerves

and reset my peace of mind.

Encountered one man with the face of a buddha.

Nod and a hushed hello.

xo, j

Ice Storm

The night before last there was an ice storm.

By morning the roads were quite passable but the trees were still coated in ice.

I stopped at the local trailhead on my way into work to snap some photos.

The trail was very muddy and the ice beginning to melt

but I was able to take my new backpack for a short walk.

A breath of fresh air to start my day.

A Foggy Walk

The fog has been thick as felt for three days now.

A fine mist covers everything, accumulating into drops

that roll down my face and clothing.

Saturday I was dutiful and went to the grocery, laundromat, etc

so Sunday I took off to the woods.

A few more little paper clay creatures awaiting sandpaper and paint.

If I could just slow everything down for a few moments

there are so many things I want to make!

Hope all is well.

xo, j

Afternoon Walk

I took a lovely walk through Jacobsburg State Park today.

The temperature was quite mild so the trail center had iced up a bit.

Staying along the edges was the safest route.

Roasted chicken and butternut squash for dinner later.

First I'll finish up the last inch or so on my sweater.

Knit from the top down it will be ready to go as soon as I bind off!

Hope everyone had a beautiful Saturday.

xo, j

A Florida Walk

morning thunderstorm from my parent's back porch

favorite park from my childhood

 a home in my old neighborhood

spanish moss...sigh

the woods

 the trail

The day after Christmas started with a heavy morning thunderstorm.

As is typical of Florida, the weather quickly cleared.

My brother and I have started the tradition of taking a walk 

through the woods behind our old neighborhood.

This time we tried a new trail...so beautiful.

We also took a drive around Lake Alice and saw a small Alligator, maybe 3 1/2 feet long.

For some reason it feels odd if I don't catch a glimpse of a gator while home!

I returned with three different types of acorns filling my pocket.

What a great day.

*smile*

From Barcelona...

sigh...

how the spanish paprika glows!

still green here

Yesterday I went to the post office to pick up a package.

It was my Nature Swap gift from Anna, arranged by V on her lovely blog.

Anna sent the sweetest little packets of tea, herbs and spices

as well as a little button she made!

Ahhh...the smell inside that envelope!

Such a beautiful gift deserved a walk in the woods.

Thank you so much Anna, for your perfect gift.

xo, j