November and December, 2023


I’ve mentioned in a few posts before that I’m making a major effort to appreciate the simple good and small beauty in the world around me. I’m doing well with that, I’m proud to report, and I’m thankful to be able to share some of those views with the rest of the world.

These pictures don’t have big stories behind them, or epic adventures spent getting to where I took them. They’re in town, by my office, or found on simple walks around the park… but they’re no less exquisite for that nearness.

The simple good in the world is key – Mountains and grand vistas are fine goals, and serve to add spice to life… but eating an entire meal of spices alone wouldn’t be particularly enjoyable. The day-to-day can be just as excellent.

A comic that I’ve greatly appreciated, that helps articulate this feeling:
https://www.zenpencils.com/comic/71-oswald-chambers-mountains-and-valleys-2/