Sunburst Over River

Month: August 2026

  • Busy As A Bee

    Busy As A Bee

    It’s a very frustrating task to photograph a bee. No cooperation whatsoever. It buzzes from flower to flower like it’s getting paid! By the time you focus in — it’s gone. This scenario is very reminiscent of my own thoughts at times. Just as soon as I zero in, another thought elbows its way in.…

  • Judging

    Judging

    Yes. My cat does judge me. We all do it — everyday and day long. We use our judgment to decide the best course of action throughout the day. We weigh the information and facts that we have at our disposal and then act accordingly. There is a fly in the ointment, so to speak,…

  • Taking A Break

    Taking A Break

    A simple shovel crusted with the dirt of work. It patiently leans against the shed, waiting in the afternoon sun. There is still work to be done, but it’s time for a break. The break will be short. Got to finish up before the sun sets. That’s life. That’s spiritual work. I dig deep into…

  • Waiting

    Waiting

    When I took this photo, I had no idea what subject I would blog about in reference to it. The moment I saw this photo this morning, it struck me. Waiting. Waiting is such a tenuous place to be. It is sitting in a tenuous place, at an uncertain time, experiencing uncertainty of outcome. We…

  • The Higher We Climb

    The Higher We Climb

    Climbing can be scary both physically and metaphorically. We lose sight of what grounds us to the earth and the unknown is what lies ahead. We gather up our courage and take the first step forward. The hardest step. As we ascend, we feel a certain exhilaration mixed with trepidation doused with fear of losing…

  • Chores

    Chores

    I’m just sitting here in my chicken slogs, getting up the gumption to open the coop and start my day. I’ve been away for a while. No one has probably noticed, but I feel it. The reason? I guess it’s not just one thing. First there is life. We all know this one. Events, plans…