I am fortunate enough to live in the country in an old century house with an orange cat named Gus, with a huge Maple in my front yard that has stood its ground through more than a century of hurricanes and blizzards. Across the street is a walking trail and pond, which is where I wander to meditate and remind myself that despite the current state of this planet, there is still indescribable beauty in the world. Here are some photos from my latest stroll.