Tag Archives: observing nature

When High Tides Work For Us

Posted on September 11, 2010 by Michelle Zeiger

This week we have wonderfully high tides. In mid-winter that could be a scary thought…when the winds whip up and the power of the water can move large rocks around on the beach. But the weather this week has been … Continue reading →

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Coffee With a Whale

Posted on April 17, 2010 by Mark Zeiger

Yesterday morning, I sat on the edge of our rocks. Cats paws rippled the water’s still surface; pale sunshine bathed the mountains and me, while wisps of cloud shrouded their heads. I sipped coffee from my favorite mug. Sea lions … Continue reading →

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