Explanation Unknown

Long path winding to destination unknown   Strongly compels with temptation unknown   Deep rooted trees attentively guide roadside Gnarly cheerleaders through motivation unknown  Each tentative step intuitively follows another Tired feet persevere with determination unknown   Invisible skittering critters crunch forest underbrush  Each spy through curious investigation unknown   Long winding path disappointingly runs a full circle Jen endsContinue reading “Explanation Unknown”

Hostel in the Forest

A rustic “treehouse” hostel in Brunswick, Georgia provided an amazing overnight stay for a family roadtrip down to Florida. Not far off the highway, but deep into the woods, we were transported to the silence of the forest. We stayed in a two story cabin – kids upstairs. The walls were strategically placed to blockContinue reading “Hostel in the Forest”

Mysterious Mushroom

I come upon a miniature mushroom standing on the forest floor ignoring my presence.   Without invitation I sit beside the mushroom expecting some magical moment. Shouldn’t there be a diminutive door for the little gnomes that must live inside? The moss matted yard provides the perfect cushion for their tiny tumbling toddlers. Or, perhaps it’sContinue reading “Mysterious Mushroom”