Happy Earth Day - every day!

Sunrise, watercolor 12 x 14 inches

The idea of an "Earth Day" began when I was in high school. Back then, environmental awareness on a large scale was just a seedling of a movement. Today, so many people are aware of environmental issues that an Earth "day" seems silly to many... because what we need is ongoing, daily awareness and action for protecting Earth's resources and wild places and creatures.

Critters along a walk at Wilder Ranch State Park, California, 6 x 9 watercolor sketchbook.

Earth Day is also a chance to give thanks for the glorious world around us!!

Invitation to the Mountains, watercolor 12 x 15 inches

Is there a special place you love in nature? When can you get there to enjoy and say "thanks"!?!

Andrew Molera State Park, California, watercolor 6 x 9 inches

I find that even the smallest moment of awareness for what's around me is soul-nourishing. It doesn't have to be a splendid vista. It might be something small that is a precious moment. . . 

Squirrelfriend, watercolor 4 x 6 inches

 . . . or something that is carrying on, in spite of how much people are having their impact.

City Pigeon Breaking Rules, watercolor 6 x 9 inches.

What more can I do to be a good Earth Steward? There are so many ways . . . as I do them I give thanks to the magnificence of Earth.

Vermilion Sunset, San Simeon, California, watercolor 12 x 15 inches