Coexistence in a Swampy World

Coexistence in a Swampy World

Coexistence Although definitely not a Maine photo this one is shared because it generated some shareable thoughts. This swampy microcosm was spotted on a South Carolinian plantation while we were visiting family. Drawn to the smug almost gleeful countenance of the...
Heads UP!

Heads UP!

At first, I thought these ducks were “nodding off,” but they were paddling their way through the early morning mist fishing with their heads down. Interestingly, there were no apparent “lookouts” to warn of predators. Their vulnerability reminded me of the Bible story...
The Wait…

The Wait…

There are moments and even seasons when we have no choice but to “wait it out.” Sometimes, we are powerless over our challenges. Solutions elude us, and we become overwhelmed, anxious, and depressed especially if the situation or change is irrevocable. Scripture...
“Take the umbrella so you won’t get wet…”

“Take the umbrella so you won’t get wet…”

I love the curiosity, adventuresomeness, innocence, logic, and directness of children. What they say or do is frequently shockingly funny and lacking in good judgment. There is no guarantee that good advice will be fully understood or consistently followed. Of course,...
Identifying a Good Tree

Identifying a Good Tree

Some can tell the nature of this tree by its shape, bark, and leaves. Appearances can be deceptive, but all questions and doubts dissipate when this it produces apples. In Maine that occurs in August and is followed by apple picking and delicious pies in September....
Freedom Rings

Freedom Rings

Nestled in the picturesque Machias valley lies this historic New England village. The Church in this photo played a role in a Revolutionary War naval battle during which local patriots captured a British ship, the Margaretta, took it up Middle River, (foreground) and...