my friend jen tossing rocks for my 'throw' series, pacific oceanpolaroid 600 expired film
We decorated our new windowsillls with treasures found close about: raven feathers, tan and white shorebirds' plumes, glossy bits of lava, egg-sized chunks of pumice. A seal's jawbone with a curving canine tooth. Old green-glass fishnet floats, like the ones Nancy had seen for sale in an antique shop in Rekyjavík. We hung a horseshoe on the wall, placed a weathered oar on nails above a window.*
I loved reading that. They also had a whale's vertebrae as a stool. The fantastic realities of nature are big with me, too.
I'm off to Boston for a few days of fresh air and camaraderie with a friend. Much needed. Hope you all have a great week-finish and week-end! Happy december ~ can you believe it's already the end of the year? Are you looking forward to this season or do you dread it?
xo brooke
*from summer at little lava, by charles fergus
7 comments:
Nature is something that always inspires me, so those thoughts are just beautiful. Enjoy yourself and have a safe trip!
i love the solitude of this season. truthfully though, i enjoy it most after new year's, after all the holiday madness has stopped. then i can breathe.
have a great trip!
I have a little nature collection in my bedroom too. I love your new banner :)
You seem to know lots of good nature writing books Brooke. I'd love to hear which are your favourites. I hate to admit that I dread winter. Getting out in nature makes everyone feel better. Enjoy yourself on your trip. x
It is difficult to believe December has already arrived. I'm looking forward to the season.
What a wonderful passage - I could see all of the treasure perfectly in my mind. These are my favorite kinds of collections - I really must do something with mine one day!
In theory I like the holiday season but in reality winter is a bit hard for me.
Have a great time in Boston!
xo
cortnie
loving the idea of a whale's vertebrae as a stool! this photo brings back sweet thoughts of your visit. enjoy your getaway! xo
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