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Finding hope amidst the shifting seasons
An unexpected glimpse of beauty and the wisdom of nature I am a gardener. I go to the garden to calm my soul, connect, ground, weed, and wonder at the amazing marvel that is our natural world. For me, there is no better place to be than in touch, quite literally, with this beautiful earth – be it woods or meadows, forest or stream, spring-fed pond or mighty ocean. One might easily assume, therefore, that being so dedicated to my own little patch of soil, I would have a true

Mary Hayes
Mar 113 min read


The Gift of Sensitivity
Are you highly sensitive? Are you perceptive and empathic? Do you find yourself experiencing a wide range of emotions from great happiness and joy to fear and intense grief? Have you been told throughout your life that you are “too sensitive”? Have you been told that you shouldn't take things so personally? If you answered yes to some or all of these questions, then I say Good For You!! Let’s begin to celebrate the wonderful and amazing person that you are!! You may be thi

Mary Hayes
Jun 28, 20202 min read


My Dear Friend,
We find ourselves in a most unusual time – challenging in many ways, no doubt. I continue to see the image of a walnut that has broken...

Mary Hayes
Jun 25, 20201 min read


The Road to the Muir Woods
In May of 2014, I had the privilege of returning to one of our country’s greatest natural treasures…the Pacific Coast. My specific...

Mary Hayes
Jun 20, 20204 min read


Puddles in the Parking Lot
Many of us well know the intensity of a late afternoon Florida rain storm. These storms, when they come through, can be very impressive!...

Mary Hayes
Jun 18, 20202 min read


The Rhythm of the Sea
During one of my recent birthday celebrations, I had the delightful opportunity to spend time with dear friends in South Florida....

Mary Hayes
Jun 15, 20203 min read
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