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Nature Notes ~ Autumn 2021

9/20/2021

 
Picture-Wolf Shadow-Fall Aspen Leaves

Whispers of Fall

In September, I'm always so thankful for the promise of fall and cooler weather. Even though most of the trees and bushes are still green, there are splashes of autumn colors here and there. A few yellow goldenrods, a crimson red leaf, a cluster of purple asters, all smiling in their pretty hues as if they're whispering, ​"Hang in there, friends. Fall will be here soon..."

Then in October, nature celebrates the new season with a blaze of bright gorgeous colors, almost iridescent in the sunlight. I love walking through the woods in the fall, leaves scattered on the ground making a soft rustling sound with a slight breeze in the air. Crisp mornings and evenings. Cool, damp rain showers. It's just heavenly to me.
Picture-Autumn Forest-Highlands
Home for Mother Forest
The painting, Home for Mother Forest, was inspired by the forest at Highlands Nature Sanctuary, a preserve in southern Ohio where trees are honored and protected. If you want a gorgeous place to visit this fall, the trails are simply magical here and there are cozy cabins along the creek and lovely cottages where you can stay to enjoy a few days of peaceful quietude. Visit the link in green above to explore this very special place.

Like the inspiring founders of the Highlands, the cupped hands holding the forest in this painting remind us to take care of our forests and the natural world. Autumn...what a wonderful time for reflection, and a beautiful time to be outside!

​With happiness and appreciation for nature,
Picture
"Let us be gentle with everything on the Earth.
Let us count as friends the land and sky,
the flowers, the waters, 
and all the creatures that live."

​~ Indian Proverb

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The sale starts now and lasts until November 1, 2021. All you need to do is enter ​LoveFall21 as the coupon code at checkout and the discount will be automatically applied to your total. Click here to see all the prints and paintings available.

​Thank you for being such a wonderful friend to nature! Sharing my work with kindred spirits makes my heart sing! 

Conservation Corner

Picture-Walking Through Mud

​What a cool conservation message! I saw this image in a Jefferson County trail brochure and it's right on. Some hikers will walk around a wet area to avoid the mud. But when enough people do this, the result is a harmful impact to the natural areas we love and enjoy. Surrounding plants are trampled, the soil becomes compacted, and the trail gets wider.

So instead of walking around a wet area, we can appreciate the lovely wildflowers that frame the trail and decide to walk more gently on the Earth, even if it's a little muddy.

Hike at Castlewood Canyon

There's a pretty hike not far from from where I live in Parker. It's a Colorado State Park called Castlewood Canyon. A few weeks ago, I caught up with a dear friend to restore our spirits in this enchanting place.  
​​I always feel like a kid in a candy store when I'm out in nature! I just can't help myself! As I walk along, I want to touch all the beautiful trees and bushes, the rocks and moss to show my appreciation for their aliveness. I say hello to the chickadees, the goldfinch, and all our sweet feathered friends who are singing a happy tune. I like to dip my toes in the cool, clean water. It's all so much unbridled fun!

Here at Castlewood Canyon, it's no exception. With all the big boulders lining parts of the trail, it feels like we're tiny dwarfs alongside these big giants. And around every bend is a new delightful surprise!
Picture-Castlewood Canyon-Trail
Picture-Castlewood Canyon-Cherry Creek

​​Surprises like the crystal clear water of Cherry Creek sparkling in the sun! When the trail drops down into the canyon, the creek meanders through the willows, sunflowers and rocks. There are small waterfalls that tumble and play comforting, peaceful music.

When we were hiking there, families were cooling off in the creek. Children were playing and squealing with joy! Everyone seemed to be having a great time on this bright Saturday morning, including Heather and I. It was so good to get out in nature and re-balance with the nurturing, grounding energy of the Earth.

To all my friends of nature, enjoy the whispers of fall...

Picture-Red Leaf-Castlewood Canyon
And if you liked this edition of Nature Notes, please feel free to share it with your peeps on social!    Or leave a comment below!
Leigh Ann Bradley
9/21/2021 01:01:06 pm

I really enjoyed reading your Autumn Notes!
Hurray for Fall and colorful leaves and cooler temperatures!

Rebecca
9/25/2021 12:52:33 pm

Thank you, Leigh Ann! I'm right there with you - cooler weather, pretty fall colors, and we can even see the mountains now. ; )


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    With love and appreciation for the natural world, I'm inspired to share how plants and animals are connected to one another, to their ecosystem homes, and to people around the world. I bring into visual form the concept of biodiversity and the unity of all life. I hope my art helps you feel your own special  connection to the land, the water, and all precious life on Earth. In our connection, lies hope. ~ Rebecca

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