Finding Nature in Your Neighborhood

Finding Nature in Your Neighborhood Nature is all around us and there is a plethora in every neighborhood, one only needs to become still and watch. Because both cities and tightly packed suburbs offer wildlife bountiful nooks and crannies in which to hide, it can be difficult to spot the animals that live in our midst. Many thrive among paved streets, sidewalks, buildings, parking lots, and high-rises. There are animals in abundance burrowing in the soil of center medians and tiny backyard gardens, making nests in the trees that line broad and busy avenues, and buzzing round the flowers that beautify our parks. To find these creatures, we only need to stop, look, and listen. Nature's drama is continually playing out on the window ledges where weary birds stop to roost, in the shadowy places where cautious nocturnal mammals wait for night's mantel to fall, and the fountains where playful waterfowl splash and frolic. In observing the animals that share our habitat, we become a part of their beautiful, complex, and exciting world. Season by season, cities offer diverse ecosystems for you to explore. If your search for urban and suburban wildlife is challenging, try to look at your community with an animal's eyes. Where there are shrubs and flowers, insects such as butterflies, ladybugs, beetles, and spiders can usually be found. The insects, in turn, attract the birds who feast upon them. Even the smallest green spaces are hosts to squirrels, rabbits, chipmunks, and moles. Decorative awnings offer falcons a place to raise their young. At night, a different community of animals wakens to the world. Raccoons, skunks, and possums emerge to examine our human leftovers for edibles. Even pets feel the call of the wild--it's not uncommon for well-fed cats in colorful collars to stalk the streets in search of prey. Signs of habitation, like nests or hives, and audible evidence, like chirps, will help you find them. Recognizing that you share your city with a wide range of animals can make you feel like a part of the grand circle of life and help you appreciate the importance of a healthy urban environment. You can admire the hardiness and adaptability of the urban animal while developing a sense of stewardship that inspires you to become their champion. The shrill calls of birds, the hum of bees, and the sweet squeaks of city-dwelling mammals can be a symphony that help you develop a deeper connection with the nature world. [PRINT]( [SAVE]( [DISCUSS]( --------------------------------------------------------------- DailyOM Course Spotlight [Reiki Healing for Beginners]( by Rosalyn Light This course, led by Reiki master and life coach Rosalyn Light, teaches the fundamentals of the transformational Japanese practice, known as Reiki. You will learn how to perform this natural healing modality on yourself to release emotional blockages, soothe stress, and alleviate pain. With the support of guided visual practices, you'll also discover how to work with natural energy and the light from within, to connect to your higher self. By the end, you'll use this renowned ancient tool to create more balance and wellness in your life. [Learn More]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Top 10 DailyOM Courses 1. [5 Minute Total Body Challenge]( 2. [Speaking Your Truth in Relationships]( 3. [Shedding Your Menopausal Middle in 10 Days]( 4. [Toned Inner Thighs in 13 Days]( 5. [The 2 Week Fascia Miracle]( 6. [Heal Your Soul by Letting Go of Emotional Addiction]( 7. [Pelvis Reset for Lower Back Pain]( 8. [21 Day Tabata Yoga Body Challenge]( 9. [Shakti Warrior Dance for Healing]( 10. [Clear Your Home, Clear Your Life]( New Courses • [The Complete Program to Uncovering Your Truth Special 4-Course Bundle]( • [Mindfulness Habits to Reduce Stress Special 4-Course Bundle]( • [The Complete Guide to Love Yourself Inside and Out Special 3-Course Bundle]( • [The Total Self-Care Program Special 3-Course Bundle]( > [More Courses]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Home]( | [Inspiration]( | [Courses]( | [Horoscopes]( [Email Settings]( | [Unsubscribe]( | [Privacy Policy]( | [Help/FAQ]( © 2022 DailyOM - All Rights Reserved No portion of this site can be reprinted without express permission. Subscribed as {NAME}[at]gmail.com (1276706) [1]