I’m no stranger to life plateaus. Particularly when it comes to my writing. It’s when I run out of creative ideas and just can’t get inspired around my subject. But I have finally figured out
Read MoreWe love birds and have spent countless hours watching them. I have to admit, searching for owls is one of my all-time favorite things to do. Hope you enjoy this little story about our northern hawk owl escapade.
Read MoreI’ve created a Quick Takes section that has short descriptions and photographs of places to visit—mostly around the Pacific Northwest. It’s a growing list of places with brief descriptions based on our journeys and breathtaking scenery. Below are three new “Takes” from the section. These are beautiful places worth checking out.
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Ocean beach & sky. © GIVEN PHOTOGRAPHY 2020
We are off for some awesome “self-contained” travels with our new little trailer that we affectionately refer to as Bliss. So I’m taking a summer hiatus from my blog for the next few weeks. I’ll be back in the fall with more stories, photos, tips, travel escapades, and a whole lotta nature love!
Until then, I hope you take your own summer hiatus and nature yourself beautiful every day in every way. And remember, as we continue to face this Covid pandemic, we are all coming home to ourselves.
I’ll leave you with this…
Read More“A six-pound heron can swallow a one-pound fish. That’s like a one-hundred pound person swallowing a seventeen-pound fish. Whole.”
—What it’s Like to be a Bird, by David Allen Sibley
From ocean beaches to mountain meadows to scenic drives, these stops will not disappoint. Add to your travel itinerary or make it your destination.
Read MoreOur tent was staked out on Round Island just off the coast of Alaska in the Bering Sea. We had a special four-day permit that gave us access to this remote place with all of its amazing wildlife. I just left the cleanest and most charming outhouse (not kidding) and was headed down the trail to our tent when an animal jumped toward me from the tall grasses.
Read MoreA beautiful winter reflection in North Cascades National Park
Nature offers all kinds of simple pleasures that can bring you much joy in an instant. You only need to be aware of your surroundings to experience it. Hummingbirds, for example, are symbolic of love and goodness.
Read MoreRoad trips are a blast! From the planning stage to the last bend in the road, you will be continually inspired by all of the spontaneity and discovery that naturally happens when you travel by auto.
You are on the move discovering new places. Your curiosity is peaked. You feel really, really good.
Read MoreNature Me articles, tips, stories and photos are all written to inspire and guide you on how to get the most out of our natural world.
You'll find suggestions about easy and fun outdoor activities, places to go and simple suggestions on how to boost your mood while spending time outside.
You'll get ideas on how to integrate easy activities into your week that will leave you refreshed and ready to take on just about anything.
You'll see inspiring photos of nature's wild, wondrous and beautiful ways.
Whether walking outside, enjoying the heady fragrance of your favorite flower or gazing at the night sky, this site will help you tap into nature's countless nourishing ways.
And before long, you will begin to understand nature's role in your own life and how it can positively impact your energy and emotional well-being. Ultimately, helping you to find more joy, peace and balance in your life.
And make everyday a walk in the park.
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