Sometimes I talk to plants and other beings on my walks. My delight in seeing them spills out into a greeting. I hadn’t thought about writing a Field Note about these little chats, but then I happened to read a wonderful piece in Orion Magazine and thought Why not?
Fringed Polygala
Helloooo, Fringed Polygala! I’m so happy to see Your Royal Fuchsia-ness. In my heat-wave-induced sluggishness, I’d forgotten to plan a visit with you, making our meeting even more special.
Running Groundsel
Well, look at you! When I saw your dark purple buds the other day, I guessed you were in the Aster family, but I was not expecting such happy-making yellow petals. I’m so pleased to make your acquaintance.
Clubmoss
Apologies for not knowing your full name. But that won’t stop me from praising your spiraling fan-like branches. And may I say the apple green of the new growth at your branch tips is stunning.
Foamflower
Oh, Foamflower, I almost missed you because I was looking for someone else. Have I told you how much I like your tiny, spray-like white flowers? Are you, by chance, related to Two-leaved Miterwort?
Wild Columbine
Good morning! I didn’t expect to see you here by the side of this road. And to be clear, I’m delighted to see you anywhere. I hope Ruby-throated Hummingbirds find you and your nectar.
Gorgeous Woods, thank you for sharing your many May delights (and all your beauty yet to come) and for listening to my words of gratitude and happiness.
Photo credits: Fringed Polygala, Running Groundsel, Clubmoss – Marilyn Webster; Foamflower – Lindley Ashline; Wild Columbine – Cathy Dewitt
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