The gifts of less

The recent summer rain here by the Oconee River has been a welcome change. How important it is to maintain balance in life and nature, and to enjoy in a stormy day what I call "the gifts of less."

Coping with surprise

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In what should be a time of vacations and air-conditioned summer days, the country is facing unexpected major changes. Whatever the news this summer brings, compassion for others is always needed.

Ti voglio, Antonio

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Cat Tony has joined his brother Cat Max across the rainbow bridge. Here I am with Tony waiting for the vet to ease his path ahead.

Juneteenth

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"It’s not enough to just commemorate Juneteenth. Emancipation marked the beginning, not the end, of America’s work to deliver on the promise of equality." -- President Joe Biden

Thankful for all my relations

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My path continues from "sky" to earth religion with my brethren in garden, river, and forest. I am thankful to everyone who in overt and subtle ways contributed to my growth in knowledge and a little wisdom.