Nature, Unfiltered: The Bees at Work
While weeding along the path to the yoga room, two honeybees move steadily across bright yellow blossoms, legs dusted with pollen. Spring has fully arrived, and the work is underway.
Nature, Unfiltered: The Turtle at Rest
While visiting Lake Shrine, a turtle rests on a sun-warmed rock, unmoved by the gentle activity around it. Koi glide past, birds gather nearby, and visitors come and go. The turtle remains.
Nature, Unfiltered: The Pocket Gopher
A brief encounter with a Botta’s pocket gopher reveals a quieter rhythm of life. Rarely seen above ground, the gopher moves with efficiency and restraint, reminding us that much of what matters happens beneath the surface, away from view.
Nature, Unfiltered: The Snail’s Pace
On a rainy morning, I noticed a snail crossing the path, its body extended fully, moving forward without hesitation.
Nature, Unfiltered: The Pecking Order
A few new chickens join an established flock in Topanga Canyon and the pecking order quietly reshapes itself.