Author: Septuagenarian

“Some people No matter how old they get, never lose their beauty-they merely move it from their faces into their heart” Martin Buxbaum“ I have known these women for over twenty years. We forged, over time, a friendship based on exploring the deeper truths of our lives. When I entered my sixth decade, I sought … Continue reading BEAUTY →

No matter what roads I explore, if I see an old barn, I will always execute an illegal U-turn and grab the Nikon. I love old barns. I never questioned why until I began writing these stories. My Grandmother’s brother, Harry Whiting and his family lived down the hill from my house in Berkshire, Massachusetts. … Continue reading BARNS →

Each time I reach the south end of Kenosha Pass, where the land opens in a vast bowl, revealing South Park, I experience a sharp intake of breath. The view never fails to inspire awe. The earth here supports vast ranches and open spaces. Herds of elk and antelope live beside cattle and horses. The … Continue reading GATES →

In this post, I invite you to see these familiar “weeds” in a new way. I have focused on these blooms to expose the exquisite designs and patterns created by Mother Nature. As the summer continues to heat up, these lovely blooms will fade but for this July moment, enjoy the color and variety of … Continue reading ROADSIDE ATTRACTIONS →

There is something magical about mist.  As we gaze into it, shape shifting occurs; things that were hidden appear; objects become subjective – not always what they seem. To function in our everyday life, we have learned to sharpen our focus - our vision becomes laser-like-one pointed. This skill is essential for work. ‘Mist’ asks … Continue reading MIST →

Yellow always brings a smile to my face. An entire field of it takes my breath. Both the front range and the high mountain valleys are exceptionally beautiful this year. Rain is a blessing at this altitude. Enjoy mellow yellow Written July 1, 2021

We have (allegedly) survived the Pandemic but are now facing another dilemma that feels not only personal but cultural. Initially, I called it ‘stress’. The world seemed to be on “tilt”. Nothing was going according to “my plan”. My personal example is trying to get this blog up and functional. In a process that appeared … Continue reading WHAT NOW? →

The pandemic and the subsequent isolation has felt like we have been in our own private caves and now we are being advised to remove the masks and get back into life. But how? My friends are running the gamut of options: Some are racing happily back into a busy life. Some have grabbed their … Continue reading EMERGENCE →