Writing. Elevated.
Blood, Water, Wind, and Stone: An Anthology of Wyoming Writers
Poem selected for inclusion in anthology.
Excerpt from back cover: “When winter recedes, the green mercies of spring strew tiny miracles everywhere, as in Teresa Griswold’s poem, where a pronghorn towers over a tiny calf / drenched in forest whispers.”
Poems inspired by the beauty of our national parks.
Haiku Holiday: A collection of haiku poems and visual art
Poem selected for art exhibition at The Center in Jackson, Wyoming:
Atmospheric clouds / Evoke a mystic temple / Melding dusk and dawn
A surprise haiku written by a local writer was given to a local artist along with a 12 x 12 wooden box frame. Artists were asked to create artwork inspired by the haiku without knowing the name of the writer.
Nature Rx: Newspaper Columns
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Follow Norway's Lead to Winter Joy
Have you ever noticed how kids at play barely notice the cold of winter? They seem to relish in the outdoors and pay little attention to the frigid chill of the season.
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The Way of Water: How Blue Spaces Make Us Happier
Water is called the “elixir of life” because our survival depends on it, and so does our well-being. This blue planet we live on consists mostly of water, and we are hardwired to respond to it positively.
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Forest Bathing: The Healing Power of Nature
Simply getting outside and immersing ourselves in the natural world can help us shift into a calmer mindset. The key is to be mindfully present in the outdoors, inviting in stillness.
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The Three Day Effect is a Natural Reset
Taking a page from a kid’s playbook and immersing ourselves in the outdoors away from technology gadgets helps our brains naturally reset.
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Notice Nature for Improved Well-Being
Noticing the natural beauty around us can elevate our emotions. Studies show that pausing to pay close attention to nature gives us an instant boost of calm.
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Cozy Up with Nature in Winter
The Norwegian concept of koselig mixes the elements of connecting with friends and celebrating nature while keeping cozy — outdoors. This is winter’s invitation to nurture our well-being.
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Listening to Nature's Soundscapes is Restorative
The sounds of nature are all around us here in the mountains, and research suggests these natural sounds can be as exhilarating as they are calming.
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Stargazing Shifts Our Perspective
It is in our nature to be drawn to the luminescence of the night. The lights that radiate from the multitude of stars overhead connect us with something larger than ourselves.
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Autumn's Stunning Masquerade Provides a Natural Reset
Autumn’s blazing colors are a beautiful sight that inspire creativity and celebration, but even better is that the vivid hues elevate our mood.
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Awe Expands Our Awareness
Awe in some ways is transcendent. It awakens our consciousness and inspires us to be better versions of ourselves, expanding our awareness and reminding us we are connected to one another.
