…and just like that!

Spring has arrived…..

Rolling rains, newly sprouted green, moist soils with clusters of moss, wild flowers dancing in the passing currents of air.

How much do I love spring?

In every way – it’s my season. The wild storms with their nourishing moisture surging the small streams, rivers overflowing banks spilling into rich bottomlands. The early winds whipping plant saps into turgid movement and ephemeral flowers popping up in unexpected places. The softening air still clinging to the remains of winters coolness.

I gather infinite inspiration from the natural world….beauty and wonder is everywhere. In the intricate designs of insect wings to the rough texture of tree barks. Fluttering samara and bright green maple leaves float down from the awakening trees, coming to rest in my open hand. Everywhere I look is a burgeoning homage to the cycle of life renewing itself.