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Summary

The web page content is a reflection on the arrival of spring, inspired by a nectarine tree, accompanied by photographs and a poem.

Abstract

The web page titled "Spring is Marching" is a poetic and photographic exploration of the arrival of spring, inspired by the author's nectarine tree. The tree's transformation from bare nubs to bursting buds is used as a metaphor for the cycles of life, which include periods of dormancy, germination, and thriving. The author emphasizes the equal importance of these stages. The page also includes a sound clip of the author reciting a poem about spring, as well as links to other nature-themed articles and photographs. The author, Erika Burkhalter, is described as a yogi, neurophilosopher, cat-mom, photographer, and nature lover.

Bullet points

  • The web page is titled "Spring is Marching" and is inspired by the author's nectarine tree.
  • The author reflects on the cycles of life, using the tree's transformation as a metaphor.
  • The author emphasizes the equal importance of periods of dormancy, germination, and thriving.
  • The page includes photographs of the nectarine tree at different stages.
  • The author includes a sound clip of a poem about spring.
  • The page includes links to other nature-themed articles and photographs.
  • The author, Erika Burkhalter, is described as a yogi, neurophilosopher, cat-mom, photographer, and nature lover.

Spring is Marching

The cycles of life

Spring is Marching. All photos by the author ©Erika Burkhalter.
Nascent ©Erika Burkhalter

And just like that, spring marches up the branches of the nectarine tree. What were once bare nubs, gave way to nascent buds, which burst into beauty.

There are times to be dormant, times to germinate, and times to thrive in the aliveness of existence.

And they are all of equal importance.

Thriving in Aliveness. Photo ©Erika Burkhalter.

Inspired by my nectarine tree….

If you enjoyed this poem, you might also like these photos of animals from around the world:

Or reading about the red-shouldered hawks :

Or a moment when the sun burst through during a spring storm:

Erika Burkhalter is a yogi, neurophilosopher, cat-mom, photographer, and lover of travel and nature, spreading her love and amazement for Mother Earth’s glories, one photo, poem or story at a time. (MS Neuropsychology, MA Yoga Studies).

Poem and photos ©Erika Burkhalter. All rights reserved.

Poetry
Photography
Mindfulness
Fiction
Spring
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