Category Archives: Wisconsin

Nature Immersion

Posted on November 15, 2021 by createthedawn

What a lovely experience walking the trail at the Healing Nature Center on the edge of the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. Forests really are healing places especially on a trail designed with little nooks and tools for contemplation and realizations and … Continue reading →

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Labyrinth at The Healing Nature Center

Posted on November 14, 2021 by createthedawn

Who knew a small rural Wisconsin town had a Healing Nature Center. What a wonderful discovery for my birthday weekend. I have walked many labyrinths, each one unique in environment and experience. This labyrinth was lined with tall native wild … Continue reading →

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Hidden Lakes Trail

Posted on November 14, 2021 by createthedawn

Just back from my birthday weekend trip. We choose Three Lakes Wisconsin. German influence is felt here, perfect for induction into this Winter. It was the first snow of the season with all the magic it brings. The Three Lakes … Continue reading →

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Nature Sounds

Posted on June 22, 2021 by createthedawn

Do you ever sit outside with eyes closed and just listen. We feast so much with our eyes that we forget we can “see” with our ears as well. Here’s the poem from my listening feast. Nature Sounds Close my … Continue reading →

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Grazing Horses

Posted on April 13, 2021 by createthedawn

This past weekend, I stayed at a 634 acre camp called Sugar Creek Bible Camp with a group of ladies. We talked and hiked soaking up being social after the pandemic staved us for girlfriend time. While the camp was … Continue reading →

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Full Moon Last Snow

Posted on March 29, 2021 by createthedawn

Full Moon Last Snow Spring ducks with the mallards on the thawing pond. The lion of March softly pads in. Snow dust shaken from the glowing moon, wise Grandmother moon whom we ask for intuition and courage to leap. The … Continue reading →

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Snow Lace

Posted on March 7, 2021 by createthedawn

It may be a myth that Inuit, who live in the snowy north, have many words for snow, but it is understandable why the myth persists. Snow is dynamic and beautiful in its many forms. This year is the first … Continue reading →

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Hunting Holiday

Posted on November 26, 2020 by createthedawn

Decided to post a hunting poem since hunting is such a big part of the Thanksgiving season in Wisconsin. Whether you’re hunting deer, bargains, or just snuggling in at home with good food, enjoy the poem and spend some time … Continue reading →

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Birthday Hike and River Talk

Posted on November 10, 2020 by createthedawn

What a lovely day of doing nothing important in celebration of my birthday. Here is a poem written after hiking the Athens Park trail, sitting in the shelter listening to the river. Photo is from AthensWisconsin.com because my camera/phone battery … Continue reading →

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Lake View

Posted on September 27, 2020 by createthedawn

Poem six and final of my time in nature at Marywood. I am late for checkout getting these babies posted. Forgive me Sisters. By the time this poem came to me this morning sitting on the dock, I had become … Continue reading →

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