I AM
I AM I can neither be created nor destroyed, I exist in my universe, There is nothing other than I, I give to take, I take to give, I speak; I do not hear, I hear; I do not speak, I trust, but cannot be trusted, I choose, but not always the chosen, I change […]
The Plight of the Bumble Bee
My first experience with a bumblebee nest was a surprise. My son, Jonathan, and I had just finished a project for Cub Scouts that was aimed at obtaining a badge for nature study. He worked hard with me to build a really neat birdhouse. Excitedly, he climbed a ladder and placed the birdhouse between limbs […]
Be Careful Where You Step!
No one owns the land or water, But some require respect. From trespassers. Those who wander inside, Must watch their step. As eyes are watching from, Afar. It never seems that my wife and I get into any real trouble, but when we are in unfamiliar territory, we can find it. Approaching a large rookery, […]
Afterglow
Afterglow When the tide goes out for the last time, When just before the dusk sets in and darkness ensues, The Sun sets just on the horizon, There is a bright glow before it finally gives up light to the night. The soul feels that feeling, the fear of that coming of darkness, So much […]
The Beautiful Butterfly
I am reminded that cycles are very much a part of our life. One that easily comes to mind at this time of year is that of the beautiful butterfly. I find it a cycle that is very familiar and one that a younger child is taught early in the science instruction in our elementary schools. […]
A Block In The Road
A Block in The Road Just for a moment, Time to think things out, While waiting For things to clear. Time is of the essence, One must think before acting, For it is a minor block in the road. One should look everywhere when they are hiking. My wife is not very tall. She has […]