It is hard to imagine that the words Monarch, Migration and Milkweed would have anything in common with a multinational chemical and biotech corporation like Monsanto. To see and hear the word Monsanto conjures up images of poisons, lies, manipulation, and now the possible loss of a momentous migration is added to the list of onslaughts to our environment, personal health and sacred connections to nature. Monarch Butterfies are just one of the insects that fall prey to Monsanto … [Read more...] about Monarch Migration Milkweed & Monsanto
Wildflower Flowering ‘In The Pink’ Naturalizing Asclepias
Forms tightly woven sweet filled cups spill into air generous buds full letting go unfurl calyx corolla armor release opening protective layers disrobe revealing pendants alluring fragrance floating mist essence embracing senses engage claws and spurs spread out explosive fireworks pendulous orbs nurture life pink porcelain stars fall wild and native green countless creatures jade delight weed of milky sap imagination inhales expanding open eyes to inner sphere essential cycle return … [Read more...] about Wildflower Flowering ‘In The Pink’ Naturalizing Asclepias
Fiery Orange Rising Reflecting Giving Life
Unusual July Sunrise Just As It Was Middle Meadow Garden American Painted Lady sipping Echinacea Healing Flames Long Awaited FIRST SIGHTING MONARCH BUTTERFLY!!! July 14, 2011 Laying Eggs on Young Milkweed Along the Paths! Milkweed Bugs and Monarch Share Milkweed Sunset Glow Viburnum at Dusk Full Moon Sunrise Solitary Red-eyed Vireo Beloved by Birds Viburnum Berries Soon to Vanish Second Day More Eggs to Lay. First . . . Morning Milkweed … [Read more...] about Fiery Orange Rising Reflecting Giving Life