Tag Archives: national parks

Call of the Wild

Howling Wolf and Bugling Elk Sing Harmony Early one morning in Yellowstone, an enormous white wolf crossed the road in front of the car.  From the direction he came another wolf began to howl.  The howling continued for more than … Continue reading

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Is the Computer Mightier than the Rifle?

The pen may trump the sword, but is the computer more powerful than the rifle? On the continuing theme of wolves and their protected status under the Endangered Species Act:  I have been mulling and meditating about this subject and … Continue reading

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Wolf De-Listing from Endangered Species Act

Disturbing news in the paper this morning.  Interior Secretary Ken Salazar has met in closed-door session with Western-state governors for the purpose of de-listing wolves from the Endangered Species Act and permitting them to be hunted. Populations have apparently increased … Continue reading

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Wolves/Power of Attraction/Mating Pair/One Moment More

Power of Attraction Intensely curious eyes burn green gold with interest bordering on fascination as ancient comrades and hunting partners struggle to remember that which is beyond memory but leaves its trace in the powerful pull of mutual attraction. Mating … Continue reading

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Fire!/Fighter Pilot

FIRE! Storm clouds billow black Grey air fills with fine feathers Unhappy lungs hope for clear weather. FIGHTER PILOT Helicopter pilot fighting from the air lowers his basket for healing water returns again and again through black smoke drops precious … Continue reading

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City Skin

City Skin

Can’t wait to shed my city skin
move to the rhythm
of sun and moon
hear with animal ears
breathe with the wind.

Copyright © 2010 Monica Glickman

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