EARTH

- Each year, I am grateful for the gift of exploring new places that amaze me & leave me in awe of her beauty. 

- Each year, doing my part, no matter how small, to keep her healthy becomes a bigger priority.

- Each year, I love her more. 

Happy Earth Day 💕

WORD FUEL ART NOTES:

• I photographed this Japanese Maple Tree at a little-known gem in the heart of Buckhead, Georgia, Blue Heron Nature Preserve.  I literally stumbled on the preserve this week and fell in love with their goal to enhance the 30 acres of natural habitat entrusted to the nonprofit organization. The Blueway Trail is critical to its mission of creating a personal experience with nature. Learn more and donate here- https://bhnp.org/

• Japanese maple trees have been considered a symbol of grace.  Associated with the peace and serenity of the world's elements, Japanese maple trees represent balance and practicality. They are called kito in the Japanese language, which means calm, rest, or at peace.

A Proclamation on Earth Day, 2023

“On Earth Day, we celebrate the modern environmental movement that kicked off 53 years ago, when millions of Americans of every age and background first rallied together to change our laws and become better stewards of our planet.”

JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR.