Magic

The day of the first snows are always magical, and this day at Wren's Nest was magic for many reasons. 

We started off with marble tracks and blocks. A few Children with the help of Katie made this magical land for Oren's puppet dragon, Fiery, who came in to visit. 

And some made an impressively long marble track! 

After a nice morning and good snack, we headed off towards the pond, a favorite place we haven't visited since warmer weather. We stopped at the pink rock catching snowflakes on our tongues and mittens. 

We were excited to see the pond had begun to freeze, but not completely. We spotted cold little minnows still swimming about. 

We took off on a hike up the blue trail, a steep climb towards the top of a small mountain behind the pond. The forest was filled with magic, roots hugging rocks, sparkling snow and gurgling brooks. 

We also spotted some Chaga mushrooms growing on this golden birch tree. The Chaga that grows on birches is well known for its healing and medicinal properties. 

The climb was a big one for us so we took a few breaks on the way. At a nice flat place we played a few rounds of Eagle's Nest with some very clever hiding places. 

We stopped to hug this sweet white pine grandfather tree. 

And made our way home for the magic to continue...

Our friend Amaya's Beeba, Tom, does magic for children all over the world. You can learn more about Tom and his magic on his website Magicians without Boarders.
Thank you, Tom for reminding us of the magic we have inside! 

Tom and Ghost :)

Some call November "stick season" and lament its dark afternoons and drab color. To me, it is one of the most magical times of transition, lit up in amethyst and gold. We walk in beauty, yes we do.