I was reflecting today during meditation how much I enjoyed this hike with Rei, and how readily it comes to mind when i think, “What would the perfect day be like?” It would include this hike and lingering by this hidden pond deep in the woods, high in these green mountains. Alone in the forest [...]

planning to gate Sage in my art studio while I am at work…

With a loud clacking of sliding slate, Bear Pie scrambled down a steep bank for a drink at the river, and when I asked her how on earth she was going to climb back up that bank, she just *did*

We took it back and forth, choosing paths she liked, and paths I liked. We have a good, grown up relationship…

Sage became still and tight, he wrinkled up his nose and showed Rei his teeth. He growled at her.