Mj Pettengill

I have stood beneath the raging skies—a thousand storms threatening life as we once knew it.

Within moments of hiking on the path, my son found a perfect walking stick for me. I will admit, I felt like a wizardess.

I will make my way home, leaving behind footsteps for future generations while adding another rich layer of memory on this much-loved land.

One of the most dangerous things that we can do is forget to sing and dance.

A few weeks ago, what was weedy and brown is now waving layers of green, flowerets of yellow, and reaching for the perfect blue sky.

The daisies come when my wearied soul is adrift in unknown waters.

Each time I cried for her, the river took me back in her rage. I fought White River until I could fight no more.

A slight breeze rolled down the slope of the hill, revealing that it was a violet blossom hidden beneath the shadow of its leaf.

Surrounded by various water sources, it is an 'all-you-can-eat buffet' for insectivores.

Wild Recipe Share

WHITE PINE HAS RECENTLY EXPLODED ON THE SCENE IN THE HERBAL COMMUNITY...read on.

Time works differently when waiting for the unknown.

My question today is, would my Puritan ancestors send me to the gallows?

To me, the most incredible fact about opossums is that they consume thousands of ticks. I happen to live in a tick-infested area.

My native culture and traditions have taught me that the barred owl is a messenger, a bringer of wisdom.

The air is thin as twilight aches with clarity, and the almost-full moon illuminates a dreamy, snow-covered world. I stare out the...

She stood waiting in my doorway, which is often ajar. I invited her in and still carry her with me.

I fell asleep to the sound of rain on the roof. During other seasons, this is of great comfort. However, not now, not here. One of my...

After extricating myself from the deep, black mud...

All life is sacred, and every living thing is a teacher.