December 2012

Month

Welcoming Winter

Thank you parents and teachers, who have invited me into your schools this winter. Being a part of your nonfiction and writing curriculum is an honor for me.

Muskrat, Ondatra zibethicus — Munching Muskrat

Muskrat House in Frozen Freshwater Marsh in Winter, Ondatra zibe — Muskrat House

As we tug on woolen sweaters and sip mugs of warm tea, nature prepares for the coming cold in its own way. Winter is a peaceful time to walk in woods and meadows–and to take pictures, if you don’t mind frosty fingers. Here are a few of our family’s favorite snowy photos:

A snow angel in Power Ranger boots — An angel in Power Ranger boots

This red squirrel leaves its cozy nest to snack on scattered sunflower seeds. — A red squirrel savors a feast of scattered seeds.

Walden in Winter "The sun is but a morning star." Henry Davis Thoreau — Walden in Winter
“The sun is but a morning star.”
Henry David Thoreau

Gloucester's Annisquam Light is dressed for the season. — Gloucester’s Annisquam Light is dressed for the season.

Ice climbing a Franconia Notch cliff. Brrrrrrrrrrr!

Tired of shivering? You can always fly south.

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December 21, 2012 0

Autumn News and Notes

Thank you parents and teachers, who have invited me to present school programs. I am honored to be a part of your nonfiction and writing curriculum.

This fall my family and I traveled to some lovely spots, including the Cape Cod National Seashore. As Massachusetts residents, we are fortunate to live near this intriguing place, which is beautiful any time of year. Here are a few photos from our trips: