Colorado
While visiting the Benson Sculpture Garden in Loveland, CO, last September, I was taken with the sculpture, “Freedom of Youth” by Rosie Sandifer. While I saw and appreciated the sculpture’s joyful depiction of a child at play, it also communicated something more to me. I thought I saw a seriousness in the child’s face and…
The archetype of the strong, silent hero/individual has long enchanted our imaginations, symbolizing resilience and quiet strength. This figure often embodies virtues such as bravery, self-discipline, and, at times, integrity, choosing actions over words to convey their values and beliefs. In a world increasingly driven by noise and attention-seeking behaviors, one might ponder whether such…
I’ve known people who struggle with significant holiday depression, and to be honest, I sometimes feel a bit down during the year-end holidays myself. It’s not easy, even in the best of times. There can be financial worries, a world in crisis, the stress of expectations and events, and, of course, the dynamics of both…
I discovered this appealing lighting display above the entryway of a recent hotel we stayed in. The bright blue of the sky through the windows and the warm yellow glow of the lighting shades complemented each other, while the straight edges/lines and rounded curves provided an interesting visual contrast.
We visited The Wild Animal Sanctuary on our way back to Denver, preparing to return home the next day. I wasn’t aware of how unique this organization is: it receives no state or federal funds, yet is known worldwide and often called upon to rescue animals in dire need. These wild animals can never return…
“Old places and old persons in their turn, when spirit dwells in them, have an intrinsic vitality of which youth is incapable, precisely, the balance and wisdom that come from long perspectives and broad foundations.” George Santayana While exploring the backroads of the Colorado plains, we stumbled upon a picturesque scene that I felt was…
