A month of nature journaling turned out to be more than just a practice of observation—it became a daily ritual that taught me about consistency, creativity, and the importance of being in the present moment. As I discussed in my December blog post, I started a challenge that I made for myself to create a… Continue reading My Winter Nature Journal: Simple and Perfectly Imperfect
As 2024 is drawing to a close and the Winter Solstice is just around the corner, I find myself reflecting on how the year has gone and what to plan for in 2025. I want to thank all of you who have read my blog throughout the year. I am thankful that you have spent… Continue reading I am Starting a Winter Nature Journaling Journey for 2025
It’s that time of year when it feels like winter will never end. Every once in a while, there are glimpses of spring, but then a burst of winter will occur and wipe it away. In my region, signs of spring generally don't show up until the late part of March. This year, I decided… Continue reading Finding the Motivation to Go Outside in the Late Winter
For gardeners who live in a colder climate, winter can be a challenging time of year, particularly when the garden is covered in deep snow and spring comes late. As a way to keep up with some aspects of gardening through the winter, I have started to spend more time caring for houseplants over the… Continue reading Houseplants: A Winter Alternative to Outdoor Gardening
The Winter Solstice has been observed or celebrated by cultures from across the world for thousands of years. Evidence from archaeology has shown that the winter solstice has been observed at tombs, monuments, and other ritual spaces built by Neolithic-age peoples. Even in modern times, you will find some form of celebration or special day… Continue reading The Return of the Sun: Winter Solstice
It is that time of the year in my part of Canada where the days are cold and dark and the snow lingers longer each time before it melts. The beautiful autumn colours are becoming a distant memory as the transition from autumn to winter is fully underway. After the heightened activity and beauty of… Continue reading Finding the Positive in the Dark Part of the Year
The Heron and Rose 