How did I come to illustrating and journaling? When my daughter’s son was about 5, she had written a story for him. She asked me one day if I would illustrate it. “I can’t do that. I don’t have the skill!” was my reply. She had responded “Yes you can!” With great misgivings I did it! She was the one that pushed me to do what I believed was unthinkable. We all need someone like that!
Trees are Cool and so are Our Teachers Read More »
My February blog was on the Mythology of Trees. Selvi Viswanathan contacted me and said, “In India they worship trees.” This intrigued me because I had made the statement “worship of trees was worldwide.” I was only familiar with the Celtic tribes because I had traveled to Ireland…
Mythology, Mango Trees, and Growing Up in India Read More »
We see trees all the time, but do we really take the time to look at them and consider their significance? Explore some of the mythology of trees across cultures with Terry Foxx.
Mythology of Trees Read More »
Sue Watts reflects on investigating leaves in this journaling blog.
The Leaves of Autumn Read More »
By Sanna Sevanto Springtime in aspen and mixed-conifer forests brings many shades of green. On south-facing slopes, the dark shades
Lifestyles of High-Elevation Trees Read More »
In this week of Take It Outside, we are exploring the forests of the Pajarito Plateau, from riverbank to mountaintop!
Week 7, Day 3: Ponderosa Pines Read More »
By Terry Foxx One of my favorite tree species is the lofty ponderosa pine (Pinus ponderosa) with its straight trunk,
The Rugged Ponderosa Pine Read More »
Welcome to week two of Take It Outside! This week, we are exploring the signs of spring. We are starting
Week 2, Day 1: Trees Budding Read More »
By Chris MichelISA Certified Arborist, CM ArborCare Fruit trees will be flowering soon. Apricots, peaches, and cherries should soon be
What Makes Fruit Trees Flower? Read More »
