Streams are passageways that carry our choices to the rivers and oceans. These small rocks and pebbles were once pieces of something much larger. All images © 2021 Mysticjingles.com
Human hands or hand of nature?
Human hands or hand of nature? November 5th, 2018 “Was the leaf placed here by human hands, or by nature?” I wonder as I walk along the trail. Chances are that someone put it here. But I have to allow for the possibility that it fell in just the right way, or a gust of... Continue Reading →
Take some time and reconnect with the natural world.
Back in July, I took the opportunity to visit Ohiopyle State Park. I went hiking on one of the trails that branches off of the Great Allegheny Passage. Being out in the woods reminds me of some of the simple, yet important things in our world. Nature. The natural world. Parts of our environment that... Continue Reading →
Check out the blue dasher dragonfly!
Pictures of the blue dasher dragonfly from my day in nature. These insects are fascinating to watch and can help reduce the mosquito population. Learn more about the blue dasher dragonfly here. All images © 2018 Mysticjingles.com
Spring Color! The vibrant colors of spring usher in the warmer months, and remind me of nature's constant cycle of renewal and reuse. Colorful flowers spring forth from the cover of fallen leaves, leaves that help insulate and nourish the plants. Nature recycles the leaves into beautiful flowers! Here are some examples of nature's handiwork... Continue Reading →
Quick Post About Nature Here are a few pictures I took while visiting Ohiopyle State Park. This is such a beautiful, natural place that offers so many ways to relax, and get back to nature! You can take a bike ride on the Great Allegheny Passage, test your skill white water rafting, or get a... Continue Reading →