I agree with Laura. Great writing, wonderful photos of my favorite time of year, good science and I can almost hear leaves underfoot. I too, have all the Teale books and periodically re-read them. Thanks for introducing us to old and kindly Pando. Wish I were there now, or even better, had a hermit hut nearby so I could take daily walks through it in all its seasons.
...(that is) ‘changes’ aside, reveals the continuing processes of our continent’s ecosystems. There is encouragement to keep learning, listening, looking... Thanks for the thoughts, as always.
I agree with Laura. Great writing, wonderful photos of my favorite time of year, good science and I can almost hear leaves underfoot. I too, have all the Teale books and periodically re-read them. Thanks for introducing us to old and kindly Pando. Wish I were there now, or even better, had a hermit hut nearby so I could take daily walks through it in all its seasons.
“Each leaf shed in a forest will continue feeding nutrients and moisture to the living ecosystem…”
Thanks for your essay, B, and for this line, which stands out out so profoundly to me this morning.
...(that is) ‘changes’ aside, reveals the continuing processes of our continent’s ecosystems. There is encouragement to keep learning, listening, looking... Thanks for the thoughts, as always.