Fern, Unfurling

New Growth

Fern, Unfurling © 2011 Bo Mackison

Curiosity has its own reason for existing. One cannot help but be in awe when he contemplates the mysteries of eternity, of life, of the marvelous structure of reality. It is enough if one tries merely to comprehend a little of this mystery every day. Never lose your holy curiosity.  ~ Albert Einstein

Today is a quiet day, so instead of writing, I offer this photograph for your enjoyment.

How deeply can you dive into this unfurling fern’s mysteries?

Today is a thinking-about-things day. Big things, little things, in-between things.

Horsehead Fern

Fern at University of British Columbia Arboretum In Vancouver, Canada

Horsehead Fern © 2010 Bo Mackison

I noticed a fern that reminded me of a tiny sea horse in the fern gardens at University of British Columbia Botanical Gardens in Vancouver.

Beauty of the Earth

Fern © 2008 Bo Mackison

Those who contemplate the beauty of the earth find reserves of strength that will endure as long as life lasts. There is something infinitely healing in the repeated refrains of nature – the assurance that dawn comes after night, and spring after winter. 
~ Rachel Carson