Day 22: 30 Day Nature Challenge
Pretty bird. This gorgeous owl by Todd Willing greets visitors to Hamilton Park in Englewood on Chicago’s south side. Lucky enough to spot it before enjoying some live jazz. What a wonderful way to spend a Sunday afternoon.
I’m so ready for fall!
#thisIsChicago #englewood #chicago #30daynaturechallenge
Day 21: 30 Day Nature Challenge
My mother’s garden is out of control. And I love it so much. #30daynaturechallenge #chicago #urbangarden #slowliving
Day 20: 30 Day Nature Challenge
Chicago’s park’s are so beautiful and rich. They’re such a nice oasis from the noise pollution of the city. Sharing my day 20 of #30daynaturechallenge
Day 19: 30 Day Nature Challenge
Meet Ginger, one of my neighbor’s dog 🐶 who greets my kids & me almost every morning. As soon as she sees us, she gets off her perch (a seat near the front door, where she watches the world go by) and runs over to us, tail wagging an all. It’s a real treat to see her every morning and we look forward to petting her and saying hi! I sometimes wonder if the owners know how much of a beloved neighborhood pet she is because we’re not the only ones who love on her so hard every day!
#30daynaturechallenge #chicago #neighborhoods #ilovemyneighborhood❤️
Day 18: 30 Day Nature Challenge
Trees in the fall remind us that in order to make room to grow, we first have to slow down and let go. They shed their leaves and brace themselves for calmer days and nights come winter, until they bloom again in the spring, ready to show off their gorgeous canopies. After a roller coaster of a year, this month has been a pleasant surprise, full of wonder and opportunity. Challenges, yes, and some of my friends are going through some difficult times, too, but as I glance up in the sky and pause, I also take a moment to reflect on the good around us. I'm grateful for my friends who've been amazing and supportive, and who continue to share their good fortunes with me. I'm happy to live in a city that is robust and rich, despite its frustrations. I love my family, quirky as they are. Today is a good day. I'm really ready for fall.
Day 17: 30 Day Nature Challenge
Even though fall officially begins next week, I am feeling the boots and sweater weather today and I’m getting excited! I love what this homeowner did with a pair of 🥾 . Clever. It’s amazing what I’m starting to “see” everyday during my walks with this challenge. Day 17 of #30daynaturechallenge #Chicago
Day 15: 30 Day Nature Challenge
There are fewer to pick these days but I’ll likely get at least half a pint today. #lycopene #tomatoes #urbangardening #30DayNatureChallenge
Day 14: 30 Day Nature Challenge
This squirrel and I have been going at it for weeks. My husband is starting to get concerned. 🐿 better stay away from my 🍅 plants because they’re on their last days! 😭 #30daynaturechallenge
Day 13: 30 Day Nature Challenge
This pretty baby 🌸 stopped me in my tracks this afternoon. While it might be Friday the 13th, and were expecting a full moon tonight, I feel like there are brighter days ahead and for that, I’m grateful.