by Kim Ort | Apr 26, 2019 | Contemplation, Inspiration, Place, Workshops
In my last post, I shared the deep-time story of my place, Niagara. The name, Niagara, comes from the original inhabitants of this land, the Neutral Nations, who in their language named it, “Onguiaahra,” which means, “the strait” or “thundering water.” While this area...
by Kim Ort | Dec 31, 2018 | 30 Days of Perception, Contemplation, Perspective, Practices, Seeing
What comes to mind when you hear the word weed (as in the unwanted and reviled plant in your yard)? Weeds are invasive, ugly, and a nuisance for us humans. Or, are they? According to this New York Times article, florists and chefs are looking at weeds in a whole new...
by Kim Ort | Nov 7, 2018 | Contemplation, Essence, Place, Workshops
Most of you who read my posts and take my workshops have a deep love and appreciation for the natural world. You use your camera to discover and share beauty wherever you are. I do too. You’re probably also very aware of the environmental crisis we’re facing and you...