Category Archives: Journal

Observations, usually about nature or living things/ guides and advice about being a naturalist

Yoga and Gratefulness

Posted on January 14, 2025 by timmo53

A couple of years ago, my wife Lynn and I joined a class called “chair yoga”. In part, this was one way to get some exercise, build strength or regain it, meet new people, and keep ourselves alert and engaged … Continue reading →

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New Year’s resolution 2025

Posted on December 31, 2024 by timmo53

First of all, I feel like should make a few comments about the new year’s resolution ritual itself. In my experience, one well-crafted resolution is enough. If there are more goals or stipulations, it helps to have some glue or … Continue reading →

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Nature journal entries summer 2020

Posted on June 22, 2020 by timmo53

June 22, 2020: So far no Monarch butterflies have been spotted in our home gardens. Plenty of cabbage whites, a few painted ladies a couple weeks back, and a tiger swallowtail. Very wet spring, especially June, but now it’s turning … Continue reading →

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Advice for nature-watchers

Posted on June 22, 2020 by timmo53

Advice for nature-watchers (with notes for butterfly enthusiasts):                 The most important thing about venturing out is being patient and observant. Rushing is almost always counterproductive. The main idea is to connect with … Continue reading →

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The naturalist mind

Posted on November 12, 2010 by timmo53

Many people trudge through life and miss a great deal of wonder and satisfaction that is right at their fingertips. As Proust observed, “The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes but in having new eyes.” Nature … Continue reading →

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