The way I deal with the stresses of life is by spending as much time in nature as possible, away from (most) people. We are fortunate to live in a quasi-rural rather than an urban area, with access to plentiful parks and open spaces, where it’s relatively easy to avoid crowds. It is what I … Continue reading Meet My March Mammals
The plethora of shared nature impressions from my fellow bloggers in the last weeks is a reminder that springtime in Colorado arrives later than in other locations. The following images of Fountain Creek Regional Park, one of my favorite go-to places that help me forget about our chaotic reality, at least temporarily, were taken at … Continue reading Looking For Spring
Before an etymological search for the origins of the bird name phoebe, I suspected it was related to a deity from Greek mythology, or to one of Jupiter’s moons in some labyrinthine way. As it turns out, it is an onomatopoeic appellation, based on the Eastern Phoebe’s song, which has been variously transcribed as “fee-ah-bee,” … Continue reading Phoebe
Last week’s post featured a picture of one of the former tuberculosis huts, which was re-fashioned into the entrance booth for the Rock Ledge Ranch. It inspired me to re-visit my photo archive with copious images of what is another one of my favorite go-to places. This special site is now owned by the city … Continue reading Welcome to Rock Ledge Ranch
Imagine living in this octagonal hut for months, if not years at a time, with only a bed, a nightstand, a closet, a washbasin, and a desk. If you were lucky, you might have had electricity and a small stove, but this was not guaranteed. If you had been among those seeking a cure for … Continue reading History in our Midst
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