Experiencing joy is about connection, whether it’s to others or the world around us. Noticing the wonders of nature, big and small, is one way to connect and inspire joy.
Five Books About…Caring for the Earth
What began with 20 million Americans taking to the streets to demand better stewardship of our planet has evolved into a one billion-person-strong global day of action: Earth Day.
Grounding Nature Name Game
With the pandemic keeping us inside more hours than I’m used to, walking outside has become a necessity – and not just physically.
How to Make Family Time Happen: Stop Trying
My husband slows the car on our way into the park while I squirm to turn in the passenger seat. “Girls!â€
My 10-year-old slowly looks up from her screen. “What?â€
“Turn off the screen and look out the window—we’re here!â€
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Honoring the Seasons: Spring
It’s officially spring in the Northern Hemisphere, the time of year when we begin to enjoy more daylight than dark. It’s also a time when the world, literally, comes into balance.
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Honoring the Changing Seasons: Winter
With all the hustle and bustle of the holiday season and end of year celebrations, it’s easy to breeze right past one of the most important transitions nature offers us: the beginning of winter marked by the winter solstice.
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Honoring the Changing Seasons: Fall
The autumn equinox recently occurred, officially heralding the return of the fall season. Can you feel fall in the air yet? The changing of the seasons is exciting. Perhaps we’re looking forward to pumpkin spice flavors, falling leaves and upcoming holidays. For many of us, however, life goes on as usual. We don’t always notice the days are getting shorter and the nights longer, and simply continue on with our activities and priorities. Continue reading “Honoring the Changing Seasons: Fall”
