A cricket is a tough bug to love. I say this despite knowing they’ve been revered as symbols of good luck in cultures around the world. Their cheerful chirping has made people so happy throughout the ages that the Chinese once put crickets in …
What does the equinox really mean? We typically think of it as the first day of fall (or spring). A quick online search will tell you the ancients built sites like Stonehenge and Chichen Itza in alignment with the equinox (and solstice) so they …
This is a special time of year – it’s marked by a variety of significant celebrations for people of different faiths and nationalities. But there is one momentous occasion that is shared by every single one of us – the solstice. In the Northern …
The fall equinox is happening on Monday, September 23, 2019. I’ve been trying to pay more attention to these seasonal shifts and appreciate the changes they bring, so I made some notes about what this one means and ways to mark the occasion. …
There is a lot of discussion in nature-loving circles about our increasing separation from the natural world. With the rise of city living and screen culture, many feel an acute despair of disconnection and suggest solutions like family nature clubs, …
The summer solstice is happening tomorrow. I’ve been wanting create my own sense of reverence and gratitude for these larger seasonal movements, so I made some notes about what this one means and ways to celebrate… – The calendar shows June 21 …
The five senses are easy. We’ve been using them since we were born and everybody agrees that we have them. The sixth sense – the intuition – takes some effort to develop, so it’s helpful to have a practice to turn to. I found an interesting one in …
Trees and animals? Yes, indeed. Our understanding of tree behavior is changing, thanks to new forest research and Peter Wohlleben’s book, The Hidden Life of Trees. He’s a professional forester who manages the trees for the community of Hummel …
