After a break, I've resumed my daily nature walks this past week. Initially, I curated a playlist, thinking music would enhance the experience. Surprisingly, it did the opposite. The music, rather than enriching, mediated my engagement with the environment, leaving me disconnected from the natural world around me. In retrospect, I'm not sure what prompted … Continue reading Reconnecting with Nature: A Lesson Learned on My Walks
In the quiet moments of reflection, I’m often struck by the cyclical patterns of life. It’s a reminder that the natural world holds profound lessons for us. Observing the seasons—birth, growth, slowing down, and death—reveals the thoughtful preparations nature undertakes with each transition. I’ve always been intrigued by the shedding of leaves in autumn. It’s … Continue reading What Goes Around, Comes Around
Last night, a pivotal moment occurred: the Northern Hemisphere experienced its maximum tilt away from the sun. This celestial event marked the winter solstice, the shortest day of the year. Now, as the Earth continues its orbit, we embark on a journey back towards longer days. Today, though subtly, is incrementally longer than yesterday. This … Continue reading Subtly, the Light Grows
In my usual morning spot, I sit, gazing through the window at the neighboring tree. The bright yellows have faded to browns, leaving much empty space. The tree has shed its leaves, which served it faithfully through spring and summer. I ponder: Is it easy for trees to relinquish their leaves annually? This question lingers … Continue reading The Leaves through my Window
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