Year in Review 2017
My philosophy has always been to live with “childish enthusiasm,” but this year was one filled with hard work. Continue reading Year in Review 2017
Category: Night Sky
Raising the Phoenix
A passion like this, it takes hold of the heart, and it becomes unstoppable. Continue reading Raising the Phoenix
Giving Life to Galaxies
A woman with her chest bared, depicted in a classic painting, was giving life to both a young child and the world in which we live today. In Greek mythology, this woman was credited with giving birth to the Milky Way. Continue reading Giving Life to Galaxies
Our Own Creation Myth
It wasn’t until the small hours of the night that I picked up my research into folklore and mythology, and dug into a creation myth to understand how one tribe perceived the Northern Lights. Continue reading Our Own Creation Myth
The Road to Whiteface Mountain
As an aspiring novelist, I devoted my Saturday to creating fictional scenes that celebrate the Northern Lights. I wrote most of the climax for my first book, and with each suspenseful word, I became more excited to embark on the journey to becoming a published author. Continue reading The Road to Whiteface Mountain
‘You are my tribe’
Aurora chasers are a rare breed. They’re creative, adventurous, open and curious about life’s mysteries. Not to mention fearless! Continue reading ‘You are my tribe’
Only As Deep As Our Love
In honor of Thomas and Lawrence Bunsey 1998 — 2011 For most people, today is just like any other Wednesday. … Continue reading Only As Deep As Our Love
People with Passion
Too excited to plan or pack well, I drove three hours on Friday to the North Shore. I was headed … Continue reading People with Passion
Gathering on the Great Lakes
Nature. Photography. The Aurora Borealis. More than 40 people from six states gathered in Two Harbors, Minnesota, in November to … Continue reading Gathering on the Great Lakes
Columns of Light
A whisper in the dark: “Do you think that’s it?” After driving an hour north on Tuesday night, I pulled … Continue reading Columns of Light
A Still Life Watercolor 