Kids, Lakes, Loons and Pines

It's Never Too Cold...

We are navigating a deep freeze cold front here in my neck of the woods, but we are not taking it as an excuse to refrain from going outdoors.

We're all getting out. This past weekend James took the two younger boys on an adventure on the North Shore of Lake Superior, with the need to "get out of town." The older two stayed back with me and we kept the fire going. The picture shows the two of them after a wood-hauling session, when we were bringing several loads of wood from our woodpile and stacked it closer to our doorway for easy access.

I have been getting out every day at least for a walk or a hike, bundled up and with Warm Skin applied to my face, which I feel really helps.

There is certainly beauty to be found in every season of the year, whatever the temperature!

Stay warm friends!

Taproot Magazine::Issue 43::ROOTS

Recently I received my contributor copies of Taproot Magazine - Issue 43::ROOTS.  

After much anticipation, I was able to see the article I wrote this past fall, Connecting to the Rhythms of the Natural World, in print and hold the product of my contribution to this lovely magazine in my own hands.  

This contribution was extra special because I contributed text, photos, and illustrations. I created a yearly, seasonal, and three (a 28, 30, & 31) monthly phenology wheels that are available as printable PDF links through this link.

Writing for magazines is a creative outlet that I thoroughly enjoy. Thoughts and ideas formulate in my mind, then are transferred thoughtfully and intentionally to words in print on my computer screen.   My completed articles are then sent to my editors, who polish my words, and graphic designers or illustrators who complement my writing and work their magic with the layout on the pages. When all is ready the magazines are published and sent out into the world for others to read.   When I pull up to my rural mailbox and receive a magazine that includes my contribution, I always get a rush of excitement and a feeling of joy and accomplishment!  

Writing for Taproot Magazine is a certain kind of special.  I hope you find the opportunity to get your hands on a copy and read the article that I wrote highlighting this creative mindfulness practice.