A light-colored rock along the forest path with its fossil shells told of a time when the world was different place. Remnants of a beach where marine life thrived in warm, shallow waters lay beneath the roots of trees and vegetation on what is now dry land. It is a curious feeling to look throughContinue reading “Stone Window”
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Over the Hill
Over 60 years ago I climbed Longs Peak in Rocky Mountain National Park with my dad. We drove from Nebraska to Colorado and spent several days hiking and camping in the mountains to acclimate to the altitude. On the day of ascent we arose at 4 AM, had pancakes for breakfast, and then we startedContinue reading “Over the Hill”
Sunset on Hurricane Season
The glowing, red sunset was a delight to see even though it marked the end of our mild autumn weather. Summer skies are giving way to winter-like cloud patterns. In a couple of days temperatures will drop the 30’s after a cold front passes through. No, snow is not in our future but, thankfully, neitherContinue reading “Sunset on Hurricane Season”
Knocking on Wood
The slow, steady thunk, thunk, thunk, of a piliated woodpecker pecking at a tree attracted my attention once again to the back yard where this sly character paused for a moment as it worked its way up the tree in search of unsuspecting bugs. Its pecking pattern is unmistakable, as is its shirl, shrieking call,Continue reading “Knocking on Wood”
Childish Aspirations
The old tractor at Weatherby Cranberry Company in Wisconsin brought back happy memories of a childhood growing up on a farm and hours tilling soil, cultivating corn, and mowing. However, there were certain chores around machinery and livestock that I was not allowed to do, and I had always wondered why. I learned the answerContinue reading “Childish Aspirations”
Science and Magic
The morning sun’s rays vaporized water that had condensed on the cold roof during the night. The water vaper rapidly recondensed to form mist just above the roof in the cold, morning air, then dissipated while being stirred by the gentle air currents. It was simple science. However, there was also magic and beauty inContinue reading “Science and Magic”
No Place Like…
The plane was starting the descent for landing through the dark, night sky. Below, familiar patterns of city lights glimmered through a thin veil of clouds, and I could almost spot my own house through the haze. It was comforting to know that after another long but rewarding journey, I would soon be able toContinue reading “No Place Like…”
Introspection
Freelan Oscar Stanley appeared to be looking at himself in the mirror in the stairway at the Stanley Hotel in Estes Park, Colorado. He seemed to express an air of confidence, satisfaction, accomplishment, benevolence, and perhaps just a touch of mischief. And I have to wonder; of all of those traits, why am I mostContinue reading “Introspection”
Monkey Business
While monkeying around in Estes Park this past summer, we noticed this curious primate precariously perched on the back bumper of a classic car in the aerial tram parking lot. We giggled while I took the photo, and then the thought occurred to me, if his name were George, wouldn’t that be curious? #estespark #classiccarContinue reading “Monkey Business”
Finding the Magic
This photo from a recent visit shows people converging by air, sea, and land at Disney’s Epcot theme park to experience its displays, rides, and cultural exhibits. The exhibits from around the world and in its Future World were captivating, and the rides were great fun, but it was being there together as a familyContinue reading “Finding the Magic”
Eskildoodle Photos and Feelings 