Went for my mammogram this morning and was encouraged to take a bouquet of flowers from the basket on the way out. 💗 Such a kind, thoughtful, and much appreciated gesture.

While on our afternoon walk today along the canal at Washington’s Crossing, caught sight of this lovely heron watching and waiting. Always awed by their beauty. #heron #birds #december #natureislit

Caught in the act or just posing? #cat #Thanksgiving #adoptdontshop #cats #family

Wishing everyone a peaceful Thanksgiving day whether you are celebrating with loved ones or in a solitary way. 🍂 In our family, this platter comes out only on Thanksgiving & Christmas. It has been part of our holiday traditions for well over forty years & brings with it a tinge of joy.

A committee of turkey vultures across the way. Moments ago, they all (well, most of them, save four) lifted off and took flight. Such a cool moment! Taking this as a good omen for the morning. Of course there is a poem in this somewhere. Of course there is. #birdwatching #writing

I see you seeing me. 🐾💙🧡 #adoptdontshop #cats

Jane Hirshfield’s poem “LET THEM NOT SAY” from LEDGER (Knopf, 2021) hits hard. Notes are mine from the night I first heard her read at the Wordsmiths Reading series in Bucks County a few years ago. The timeliness and power of this poem remain. #poetry #janehirshfield #poetrycommunity