The “ABG” Fallacy

Photo and Commentary ©2025 by Maylan Schurch Sabbath, May 17, 2025 Every day after breakfast I walk around a mile-long loop. A couple of blocks from home I pass the above maple, which Shelley and I have taken to calling “the glory tree,” not only because of its...

Bandaid

Photo and Commentary ©2025 by Maylan Schurch Friday, May 16, 2025 A little over a week ago, as Shelley and I took our after-breakfast walk, I caught sight of this discarded bandaid on the sidewalk. As you can see, it’s fallen with the protective gauze pad facing up,...

Enchantment

Photo and Commentary ©2025 by Russell Jurgensen Thursday, May 15, 2025 This trail is enchanting to me partly because I walked with my wife on it when we were dating. If you think about places that are enchanting to you, I’m sure several places will come to mind....

Barren Life

Photo and Commentary ©2025 by Darren Milam Wednesday, May 14, 2025 When you hear the word “barren,” what comes to mind? I’d wager it’s not images of thriving, abundant life—am I right? By definition, “barren” means unproductive, incapable of growth. So why would I...

Roseate Spoonbill

Photo and Commentary ©2025 by Robert Howson Tuesday, May 13, 2025 Pick up just about any introductory book on North American birds and you’re likely to find a section which shows a wide variety of bill types which different species employ to make a living. And almost...