poetry, photography and reflections on life, aging, and dharma
The author reflects on their recent photo workshop in Svalbard, highlighting the charm and characteristics of Walruses. These social and curious animals left a lasting impression, particularly during encounters with large groups. The author finds the Walrus to embody their Spirit Animal, due to its unique adaptations and delightful nature.
In July, the author recounts a photo trip to Svalbard, famed for its picturesque polar bears. The journey began from Longyearbyen, where a small ship set sail towards the stunning Arctic landscapes. The first encounter with a polar bear revealed a messy scene as she feasted on a walrus carcass, showcasing nature’s raw beauty.
The other night, I was lying in bed before sleeping. The house was still, my wife asleep beside me, my dog snoring softly in her bed across the room. Amid this deep quiet, I began to try to feel all of the sensations that were rising to my mind from each of the senses. And … Read more
Last month, as part of a trip to Chilean Patagonia and Antarctica, we had the extraordinary opportunity to trek wild Pumas on some private land adjacent to Torres Del Paine National Park. We were led by a terrific guide and photographer, Rodrigo Moraga (https://www.rodrigomoragaz.com) All of this organized superbly as always by Epic Private Journeys … Read more
his feet cracked, red
and worn
from the long, lonely walk
into this life…
may he be warm
may he be safe
may he be held
I’ve born witness now to the birth and growth of two sons and a granddaughter. This is the great mystery and the gift of lineage.
for a downstream lineage to manifest requires an injection – a partner, a husband, a wife to be inserted into this stream that it might flow onward
my mother called on Friday
to let me know his time was near
that I needed to come now.
