Do you know?

Do you know the crystal space below the rising mist

before the sun's touch dissolves it into a golden array?

Do you know the sense of fear flooding deer as they discover you too near?

Do you know the sound of falling leaves compared to falling rain?

Leaves falling

Rain in the Forest (last week)

Do you know of the scent of Maple, Willow and moss on a frigid morn?

Do you know the taste of the biting air on a brisk walk?

Do you know the sight of a crystal spider web melting at the hint of day?

Do you know the chill rushing through your body as the sun vanishes behind a bare tree?

Do you know the feeling of melted frost crystals on your lips

as you drink in a rose’s beauty?

Do you know how the senses stop time?

Do you know how there is no fear of the future in moments like these?

Do you know the satisfaction of experiencing this all before facing the trials of the day?

Welcome!

The question is often posed of me, "Why, as an American woman, do you live in the small country of Latvia?"

My answer is, "Because I choose to live here."

The Latvian people are connected to nature and the rhythms of life 
- two aspects that I hold in high value.

I want to see the sun rise and set every day. 

I want to experience all facets of Nature - Everything!

In Latvia, I can grow the food I want to eat. 

I can raise my children free from fear, yet full of knowledge that escapes most modern individuals.

This blog will be my attempt to share with you, dear Reader, how life is best spent using one's senses to slow down time and to enjoy life in the present!

What a Life - Abroad!