And God said, “Behold, I have given you every herb bearing seed which is upon the face of all the earth.” Gen 1:29 We take so much for granted, and the week we celebrate Earth Day—right when spring blossoms are all around us—is the perfect time to stop and realize the miracle of reproduction that’s […]
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Flower Secrets Revealed
Welcome to guest blogger Patricia Hall, who shares some fascinating tidbits about flowers and the meanings they have in different cultures and religions. Does your favorite flower have a hidden meaning that adds to its beauty and mystery? EHC ____________________________________________ Flowers carry meaning for the world Flowers carry a wealth of meanings. As cultural symbols […]
Connect with your Inner Artist
It is with deep sadness that I tell you Jackie Catterton died in early spring, 2014. Her light and love will live on in the legacy of her kindness and her art. I will miss her. Introducing Nature Connection Messenger/Artist: Jackie Catteron Sometimes you come across a work of art that is so full of […]
Did you see that?
Pay attention: Nature’s putting on a free show. Too often I forget to pay attention, but not today. We live in a lovely old farmhouse on about 20 acres on the North Fork of the Shenandoah River. It’s about 200 yards from my kitchen door to where we park our car, and as I step […]