Up above, or down below. Sometimes changing our point of view is all it takes to change our mind. I’m taking in the world – outer and inner – with softer eyes today. Get outside, move a bit. Take care of you.

Encountered on my way home today – after a downpour had swept clear the streets. I quite enjoy walking in the rain. The sights, the sounds, the smells. Everything feels more clear. More connected. And you? Bonus geekery A list of the Gods of rain A beautiful Sioux legend on The Rainmakers (aka they who… Read More After the Rain

One of the things that helps me to focus and replenish, is to go near places and people where I can simply ‘be’. It makes a world of difference. Where (and who?) is this for you?   PS: Speaking of focus 🙂 How I focus my practice and energy is the topic of this week’s… Read More Just to Be – Eschweiler Wald with Mr E

Today’s summerly walk in Atscher Wald. Enjoy!

This weekend we got to visit a few of our favourite trees in Eschweiler Wald. This ancient beech is found right in the heart of the forest. We call her the Mother of the Woods. Enjoy!

Pictures of today’s spring walk/stick dance in Atscher Wald. There is a beautiful grove of beeches there. Enjoy!

Ea beautiful Easter Walk at Wurmtaler Wald. Blending in with the fresh green of spring. Enjoy!  

Sunset and moonrise walk in our beloved Eschweiler woods. Enjoy!  

Nothing is the same. It never will be. We will have to find new ways. Always. Our latest walk in Münsterbusch & Brander Wald, home of the Mysterious Pasture Beech. It looked quite different after the storms.

Last spring I wrote about our Martial Magnolia, a beautiful tree that grows right next to the building of our beloved teacher’s Dojang. Yesterday I was reminded of it, as I encountered a beautiful blooming magnolia tree while shopping for groceries. It made me think of our martial arts classes, which will be on hold… Read More Magnolia Revisited