A different view of the desert

An update on the Salt River Wild Horses: Last week, I shared photos of a pregnant mare. She had her foal - and both appear to be well. 
My wish is that you will be with a smile today as you look around at our simple yet complex world.

Trees that aren't threatened

As I think of friends near the La Cananda/Flintridge fires, I feel that my day's activities are insignificant. I don't know how to reach from here to there. I don't know how to make a difference for them, how to help.


I raked the pine needles from our own pine trees in front of our house. I forgot we had a birdhouse up in one of the trees.

And I ache for birds and life in the midst of the fires.


Gus slept near while I worked until he heard my sob escape from my chest. He so quickly looked over to check on me.