When I was a teacher, my favorite journal prompts for the students involved identifying metaphor in nature. As humans, we have a tendency to anthropomorphize nature. But, I think there’s a reason for that. Attributing our traits to nature helps us nurture feelings of compassion, understanding and care for our environment. Love in particular is a wonderful… Read More
6 Ways to Get Your Kids Outside (When They Don't Want To Go)
Yesterday I asked my daughter if she wanted to go outside and paint snow butterflies. She looked up from her Play-Doh induced trance and politely said, “No thank you.” Sigh. OK, yes I am working on raising a self-inspired child who loves the feel of the wind through her hair. And yes, I do understand that… Read More
Out of the Wild: A Mama's Journey
For as long as I can remember time spent alone in nature has been my therapy. Those countless hours spent outside were sacred and restorative. In the woods and meadows, beside rivers and lakes – these were the places where I contemplated and gained perspective on my life. My life looks nothing like it did… Read More
Our Wild New Year’s Resolutions
I know it’s a little late for New Year’s resolutions, but everything just calmed down enough for us to start dreaming about the year before us. We’re so ready to get out in the wild and explore! Here are some of our goals for bringing our family closer to nature this year: 1. Learn Our Local… Read More
10 Ways Kids Can Thank Mother Nature This Holiday Season
I remember my English teachers in middle school gave us Thanksgiving related journal prompts. We were encouraged to dig deep and share what we were thankful for in our lives. Friends, family and security definitely make the list, but nature also needs our gratitude and blessings now more than ever. Here are some ways for kids to give back… Read More