Aug 30, 2013 | birds & bears
I’m thinking they’ve summered in the Hamptons is what I thought just yesterday as I considered the Bickely’s Pond eagles, that devoted pair who’ve shared the thrill of their rearing of three broods (six babies) with us. Sightings have been rare...
Apr 18, 2013 | nature & awe
What is that ? I asked my husband as we rounded the bend at the end of our road, the one capped by the Coles’ pretty craftsman house. We were deep in conversation regarding a very important topic: the process for seriously-this-time cleaning out my...
Mar 15, 2013 | nature & awe
Sweet Eliza is home for Spring Break, and like the buds that line the limbs of every tree on our daily walk, my heart feels it may burst forth in bloom any moment now. Apparently I am not alone. Look who showed up this morning to welcome her home. Good to see you, my...
Nov 23, 2012 | god & grace
Late for work, I raced back toward the bedroom for one last forgotten item. And that’s when Tim stopped me, taking my shoulders and gently nudging me toward the front door. It’ll just take a second, he said, sensing my begrudging attitude. You’ll...
May 20, 2012 | nature & awe
With both nests now gone, it didn’t take long to realize the immense challenge facing that Mama Eagle with three insatiable babies to feed. First, there is the shear quantity of food required. Experts say three eaglets in one nest—one “convocation”...
