by Martha Brettschneider | Mar 23, 2025 | Mindfulness, Motivation
Yesterday I ventured into my messy back yard for the first time this year. Because I allow dead foliage to overwinter to support critter habitat, a lot of work was needed to clear, clip, prune, and yank out what doesn’t serve the garden’s spring intentions. I cleared...
by Martha Brettschneider | Oct 30, 2022 | Mindful Photography
Is it my imagination or is this year’s fall foliage more vibrant than usual? Here in the mid-Atlantic region, this seems to be the case. Of course, it’s also true that whenever we bring mindful attention to our chosen focal point, the whole experience...
by Martha Brettschneider | Oct 4, 2020 | Mindful Photography, Mindfulness, Motivation
Wow — a lot has happened in our world since my last blog post. Ruth Bader Ginsburg died. The presidential debate took place. Covid-19 has invaded the White House, its advisors, and top supporters. President Trump is in the hospital. And all of this in just the past...
by Martha Brettschneider | Jul 10, 2020 | Antiracism, Mindful Photography, Mindfulness, Photography
Crickets still have the main concert stage as I slip out into the awakening morning with my camera bag. Normally I would head towards the lake at this hour of the day to soak in the sounds of nature before boat engines start, maybe catch a glimpse of the great blue...
by Martha Brettschneider | Dec 12, 2019 | Life Lessons, Mindfulness, Mindfulness Thought Leaders
This is the time of year when I’m usually absorbed with list-making, holiday decorating, tree trimming, cookie baking, and gift shopping. Though I try to keep December light on the work front, I had two meaningful engagements scheduled this week involving my...
