A study quoted in the book I'm reading (The Nature Fix) states: "getting out in nature (in the forest) for 3 hours per week for 12 weeks can reduce symptoms of depression and increase sociability, physical exercise, and self-esteem." ...it is a theory that if a person is in bad shape and has low energy, you can't… Continue reading A dose of blue skies
Tag: Daily Post Photography
Oh, dear (deer), it’s just the cabin fever
Lately, I wonder which one it is, my cabin fever or my life as a 53-year old empty-nester mom, that gets me longing for youthful days more? How do I recapture those recharged feelings I had in my youth or those I had during the years when our kids were young? As the sun sets… Continue reading Oh, dear (deer), it’s just the cabin fever
A goose tail of pictures I missed
Me: "Why do interesting things happen in our yard when I don't have my camera?" Mr.: "Just go get it, they'll be there for a while. You should just carry your camera with you everywhere you go." Me: "But this time, I need a different lens. Oh, alright, I'll go get it, I'll be right… Continue reading A goose tail of pictures I missed
Care to get nosey?
I find faces fascinating. When I look at photos of faces, heads, and facial features, I wonder what thoughts ran through the person or pet at that moment the photo was captured. While I admire portrait photographers, being able to capture a great headshot is foreign to me. I've yet to master the selfies or facies… Continue reading Care to get nosey?
Our Teahouse – my favorite place
Okay, I get it, I've been complaining a lot about my lot in life being a staycationer this year. The truth of the matter is, being home in our backyard's Teahouse is my favorite place to be. The Mr. and I built our home together 28 years ago, and we have been living here ever… Continue reading Our Teahouse – my favorite place
Nature’s fix – spring is good for your brain
I glanced out the windows yesterday and noticed my flower beds are finally starting to appear through the melted snow. I'm anxious to see if my perennials survived the long winter. And I'm waiting for the third snow to fall on Robin's tail before the official spring arrives. They seem to know better when it… Continue reading Nature’s fix – spring is good for your brain