Muscadines!

Found these on a walkabout. Always carry a plastic bag in your pocket - you never know what nature may have on special.

River Cooter (I don't name things, blame science)

Another random turtle picture (we didn't eat this one either). It's amazing how much protein a person can find wandering around the lawn or along the road. Oftentimes, keen observation of your immediate area is better than a trap or tromping through the woods with weapons.

Big fish

                                                   I once caught a fish this big!

Edible landscaping - Rose of Sharon & Hosta

Ohmmmmm!

My impersonation of one of those statues you see in cool people's yards. Beautiful surroundings inspire enlightenment. The picture is meant as humor, but this spot delivers on the pose. We are small in the world, but vital for our ability to experience it. Eden is everywhere for open eyes.

Fresnel lens

Baby primitive

My 19 month old son learning the basics of the bow drill fire making method.