Friday, June 26, 2009

The Nature of Summer

Summer continues to be a great time to be outdoors, especially in the early morning or evening just before sunset. The pond got a nice shower this afternoon, and the bream, catfish and carp were feisty this evening when we fed them. After two summers of very low rainfall, it's a nice change to have a full pond as the end of June approaches.

We found a beautiful lichen along the pond this evening--"land coral." The garden is yielding abundant amounts of beans and cucumbers, and the vines are loaded with tomatoes! It's just a matter of time before every meal is tomato-centered.

Take time to notice the nature in your backyard. Go to the park, or just check out the bark on a tree in your yard. Do some observing, and ask some good questions. The nature of summer includes longer days, slower pace, and extra time to wonder. Explore.

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