Through Wild Eyes
Posted by Robin Easton
People sometimes ask me, “Where do you get all your passion? You’re the most passionate person I’ve met.” Yet they often don’t understand when I humbly tell them that I’m passionate because Nature lives inside me. I’ve become Nature, and Nature is passion unleashed. They tell me it has to be something else, some spiritual book I’ve read, some guru I’ve learned from, some religion I follow and so on. But it is none of these things. I don’t read spiritual books or follow any guru or religion…not when I can go directly to “source” and feel who I am, feel what is true for me, what is eternal and essential for Life to flourish. Why not go to Life itself to become Life?
When we fall into the waiting arms of Nature with every single fiber of our being we are forever changed. There is no going back. We see the world through wild eyes. We become free spirited wild creatures, filled with wonder and love. But it is more than that; we become filled with an enduring lust for Life.
I am forever grateful that Life led me down a path into the wild places. and that I had the courage to face my fears and follow. I cannot live any other way. For me — at a young age — there were only two paths: Life and Death. I didn’t have the “luxury” of something in between. Many years ago, had I not chosen the wild path, which Life thrust me upon, I would not have lived to see my thirtieth birthday. Blessed Nature saved my life. We are Nature. We are the wild. Anything less is an illusion.
The following slide show is a reminder of Earth’s timeless beauty. This is one of my favorite places on the planet. I go here at every opportunity. A couple of times I have been the only one in this ancient canyon. In those moments I knew without doubt that I walked through Heaven.
Just as the piano music in the last video, Every Single Day, was my own composition, so is the Native American Flute music in this slide show. All of my music is dreamed and recorded. I cannot read or write music. It is a gift from my time in the rainforests of Australia…but that is a story for another time.
Love,
Robin
“Whoever you are, no matter how lonely, the world offers itself to your imagination, calls to you like the wild geese, harsh and exciting – over and over announcing your place in the family of things.” ~ Mary Oliver
TENT ROCKS (Kasha-Katuwe) - Ancient Wonder of New Mexico
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Lilly Says:
4 December 2008 at 5:56 pm.
Robin
Oh, this made me cry – happy tears – everything is just so amazingly beautiful. You, your writing, your music, your passion and those incredible rocks. “Touch the Earth everyday and you will find yourself.” WOW!
Your posts always leave me feeling you are so very complex yet very straightforward at the same time. I cannot wait to read your book Robin and see the path you have taken through your life thus far.
Is your music on a CD yet? You cannot read or write music and you produce sounds like that? I knew you were a walking miracle, you know that don’t you? So glad I stumbled on your blog many months ago and you are sharing your life and beliefs and talent with us all. Thank you for being you.
Lilly xxx
Robin Replies:
Oh Lilly, what you wrote here is so lovely and “passionate”, right from the heart. Thank you for all your exuberance; I just love that about you. It’s in everything you do. I too am SO glad you found me all those months ago. You know it!! It has been an interesting and delightful journey for us, eh? It’s a great feeling being connected to you and through you to OZ. —My music is not yet available but will eventually be.. Both flute and piano music. I am VERY honored and humbled that you would ask. Hugs, from your old friend, Robin xo 
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K Fields Says:
4 December 2008 at 6:02 pm.
Oh! Robin I so agree with your post’s statement about ” Nature lives inside me. I’ve become Nature, and Nature is passion unleashed” I truly feel that if someone hasn’t experienced a oneness with nature, then they will not feel that needed passion that seems to just be there to draw on whenever possible or needed.
I have found that nature has a way of curing my angry heart when something has happened that is disagreeable to me. It has a way of soothing my sorrows or hurts. And it has a way of helping me to rid myself of pent up energy and restlessness… I draw on nature all the time to help with everyday feelings and emotions. Since I believe in God… I am thankful and blessed of His provision of all that’s natural and good to keep our bodies and minds on the level and healthy.
Well, I hope what I just wrote makes sense. Thank-you for this post. It has been just this past two weeks of being terribly sick that I have realized how much I depend on nature to keep me going! If that makes sense! Thanks for that confirmation with this post!
Take Care!
~K
Robin Replies:
Dear K, every single word you wrote her makes sense and REALLY touched me. I know exactly what you mean. I love this comment. It is passionate and full of your love of Nature, just like your whole blog. I too am the same; I go to the wild to heal, to release any negativity, to rejoice, to restore, to connect with my god, and…like you said…it is great for ridding pent up energy, stress or restlessness. I also have seen it sooth depression and uplift people’s spirits and hearts to where they go home and, once again, feel good about life. If we let her, Nature will lift the heaviest of burdens from our shoulders. —What you wrote here not only makes sense, but you “arcticulated” it so well that you ought to do a post on this, even using a lot of what you wrote here. Because what you wrote in itself is uplifting and reminder that we all need. Hugs and thank you SO much, Robin
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Shirley Says:
4 December 2008 at 7:48 pm.
Gorgeous photos and I love the music too. Very peaceful and serene.
Robin Replies:
Well, I know that YOU love Nature dear Shirley….especially the squirrels! ….Well, me too! I have really enjoyed getting to know the part of you that loves the wild creatures and the ancient gnarled trees. Bless you for that. Also, thank you for your kind words. Hugs, Robin
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cooper Says:
4 December 2008 at 8:14 pm.
Robin,
That was beautiful, thanks for sharing it with us.
Robin Replies:
Heeeey Cooper! So good to see you here. Thank you for your kind words. I’m happy that you enjoyed it. Hugs, Robin
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Tamera Says:
4 December 2008 at 9:07 pm.
This was absolutely beautiful. The canyons, your flute playing.
You wrote:
It is a gift from my time in the rainforests of Australia…but that is a story for another time.
I would love it if you would tell (write) us about this!
Robin Replies:
Hi Dear Tami, I just left your place and had a very informative read. Also, thank you for your kind words here; I appreciate them. —And, thank you for encouraging me to write about how my music happened. It is truly a great gift in my life. I will have to share that story…just for you. Hugs, Robin
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earthmother Says:
4 December 2008 at 10:11 pm.
Whenever I come here and visit you in Eden, it’s like every pore of my being exhales. Ahhhhhhhhhhhhh. So comforting. So refreshing. My soul gets fed. And, I often cry. Such a sweet release. Is that crazy? I’m sitting in front of a computer screen! But, I mind as well be in that canyon with you, Robin…because I AM. I really am. Today, that hauntingly beautiful flute melody carried me away. I have a Native American flute that was made by a dear friend and teacher who has since left the Earth. I will often carry that flute in my backpack and take it out while I’m hiking in the woods or sitting down by the lake, and I allow it to play me. Like you, I do not read or write music. Do you have CD’s available? I would like very much to hear the story of your gift from the Australian rainforest. I’d also love to hear the story of what occurred prior to your 30th year.
Robin Replies:
Aaaw dear EarthMother, of course you would sometimes cry and how beautiful that you do, and how honored I am by it. No, it is NOT crazy. I think it is crazy when we DON’T cry. It is a sign that you are ALIVE my friend. Computer screen or not, energy is shared and when it is beautiful it sometimes makes us weep with joy. I am glad to hear this about you. —Also excited to hear that you too carry the flute in your pack. I carried mine through this canyon several times and when it is not windy it echos off the canyon walls. Ancient and hauntingly beautiful. I am swept away. —I don’t yet have a CD but am working on one with flute and piano. —It’s funny that you ask about the music story and the “prior to 30″ story as they are books I am working on. —I am very touched by your comment. Hugs, Robin
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eddie Says:
4 December 2008 at 10:16 pm.
Wow Robin,
Inspired creation…truly remarkable your flute playing…and from a dream..wonderful depictions too.
Separation from ‘all that is’ by way of nature is the greatest malady for modern humans.
To exploit rather than to become ‘part of’ is a crime against the spirit of all, as all are joined in a dance.
“living is easy with eyes closed it’s understanding all you see” Lennon/McCartney
Robin your eyes, heart and spirit are WIDE open ! Thanks for sharing your creation and all that it encompasses.
e.
Robin Replies:
Ooooh dear eddie, these two lines of yours knocked my socks off:
“Separation from ‘all that is’ by way of nature is the greatest malady for modern humans.
To exploit rather than to become ‘part of’ is a crime against the spirit. Of all, as all are joined in a dance.”
This is sooooo potently expressed. You remind me of Edward Abbey, a man who spoke bluntly and articulately, and hit his mark every time. He loved the wild and physically fought for it. I love the way you shared this. No holes barred, clean, sweet and true. Shooting straight from the hip. You are an inspiration for me to speak more bluntly. I appreciate that immensely. —And I agree with you all the way. Our collective separation is a far reaching and tragic malady. One with astounding repercussions. —I am blown away by your thoughts/feelings here. I have experienced these very insights, right down to my deepest core…and wept. —You are not only a powerful artist but powerful voice as well. I am glad the wild has you on it’s side. Thank you my friend. Robin —-PS Hadn’t heard the Lennon/McCartney quote…a keeper!
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Jack Payne Says:
4 December 2008 at 10:40 pm.
You’re stuff does sound spiritual, Robin. That’s the overwhelming tenor of it. Also, being a “Doer” helps. With most of us it’s the tired case of, after all has been said and done, a lot more will be said than done.
Robin Replies:
Oh Jack you are so amazing!! You make me laugh out loud, you honor me in the most wonderful ways and you make me aware of your insight…all at once. I love that about you. Knowing how busy you are I am always so tickled to see you here. You’ve no idea. I could sit and listen to you turn a phrase for hours! And I’d be laughing all the way. But what a way to go!! Hugs to you Jack, Robin
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Mike Foster Says:
5 December 2008 at 3:13 am.
Robin, I am enjoying your music and videos more and more, which is a reflection of not only your passion, as you say, but your connection with nature and its beauty. Oh, and your writing ain’t too bad either. Stay cool…
peace,
mike
livelife365
Robin Replies:
Heeeeey Mike! Your words brought a grin to me face because you are truly the “maestro video maker”!! So in light of that your comment goes a long way with me. I really do appreciate the encouragement because it’s been a steep learning curve, especially on top of everything else I have going on. But I am finding that I really enjoy the creative aspects of it (photography, music and filming) all good fun. Thanks Mike and peace back to you. Robin
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Tammy Warren Says:
5 December 2008 at 9:56 am.
Oh me Robin, I am beginning to sound like a broken record here. You are so wonderful, talented, appreciative, blessed and the list goes on and on. You know I blog about my children and nature so much. I was just thinking the other day, what am I going to do when they are grown. My first thought, get outside and find it. I look forward to the days that I can see, touch and feel all that life has out there. I would not give these moments of my children away for anything. For now, I am in a moment with them. I take pictures and pull “all of life and it’s meanings” out of each day with both Mitchell and Dylan. I see in this video “hope” of my continued happiness. “Hope” that I will see nature in it’s completeness.
This was so touching to listen to this undisturbed, secluded, calm and tranquil music. This begins my day with peace. I am going to share with you something that happened just before I sat down at my computer. Each year I take my children to a “Indian Festival” held on the mountain where I live. There are Cherokee Indians that play music (flutes primarily) and I have always been drawn to just sit and listen. I purchased a CD from them a couple of years ago. This morning I decided to have some silent time to prepare myself for the busy Christmas season that is ahead. I had just put the CD in and hit play. “Amazing Grace” was playing with only flutes. I had a moment of watching birds out the window, sitting without movement, and complete control of the moment. The song finished and I got up to work a bit. I then sit down at the computer and there you are at the top of my screen with a Stumble message. I head over to your blog and what do I find…you sharing peace and playing the flute. I was taken away when the video began.
Thank you Robin for sharing. I am so touched by this more than you will ever know. I hope that you will continue to share many more moments in time just like these.
Robin Replies:
Dear Tammy, your comments are always like spring air. Even though you are raising two beautiful boys, and are such a committed and aware mom, AND you predominately photograph them….I have always strongly felt your deep love of Nature. In fact you exude a passion for Nature and Life. It’s in everything you do. —I also think it is wonderful that although you are a devoted mother and fully present with your children, you are sill looking forward to that time in Nature with your camera. I can see that in you. —Your “flute morning” story is magical. isn’t Life amazing that way? It gave me shivers that we were on the same wave length. I too have felt like listening to the stillness of flute. You would love the sound of it echoing off the rocks in the canyons on a calm day. I bet you would even enjoy learning to play one. It’s very easy to learn…even on your own. —Thank you for your beautiful words. And yes, I too hope to share more moments like this. These are the moments that are truly “me”. Hugs, Robin
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Robb Says:
5 December 2008 at 1:40 pm.
Kia ora Robin,
So wonderful. Every word resonates deep within me, almost as if I know them before the words appear in my mind, and your beautiful music helps me float away to Nature. I am smiling from ear to ear as I start my day. Kia kaha my friend.
Aroha,
Robb
Robin Replies:
Dear wild brother, I know this resonates with you. It’s who you are. I keep going back to your words: “…almost as if I know them before the words appear in my mind.” I have a similar experience when I read anything you write. Even when I open the post and see the photos of your hikes, I immediately start to feel what you experienced. Yes, I think there is just a “knowing” that all wild souls feel in relation to Nature and each other. Nature creates a common and profoundly deep bond, between humans and herself. …and between the humans who have fallen desperately in love with the wild. Yes, Kia Kaha my friend, Aroha always, Robin
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Evita Says:
5 December 2008 at 2:57 pm.
You speak probably one of the most universal truths in the first paragraph!!! Why go anywhere else when you have “source” right there and with you at all times and can know who you are. Oh Robin, that is so, so powerful for people to hear – we DO NOT need to have others tell us what to do, who we are, why we are here, – we only need to CONNECT back with ourselves and there is no better place – in fact no other place on this Earth to go to but nature!
Beautiful video too – I enjoyed it so much as usual, especially your music and that I got to see a little bit of New Mexico’s beauty
Robin Replies:
Hello Dear Evita, I love that you too relate to that truth. It’s so simple isn’t it? And yet so profound and life altering. I really resonate with YOUR line: “…we DO NOT need to have others tell us what to do, who we are, why we are here, – we only need to CONNECT back with ourselves…” I sometimes think that when we can let go of all the busy-ness of “trying to find truth/ourselves in someone else, a book, a guru, etc. that there is more beautiful empty space for wisdom to freely flow into us. In the silence of emptiness we can hear ourselves, Nature, Life…our God (whatever that is for each of us). Thank you for your insight and wisdom. Hugs, Robin
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Lance Says:
5 December 2008 at 8:41 pm.
There is something very “right” about nature. Why is that? Is it because it takes us to our “core”? Is it “true” beauty? Is it the powerful forces of what nature can create? Is it the “untamed”? I don’t know, Robin, what it is – though you do embody nature. And it is beautiful! And, more than that , nature is alive – really alive! And when we can connect with that, in whatever small way – we become more alive! Your video is a wonderful example of nature – and yet – I know that it doesn’t truly capture the awesomeness of this place you love! To be there, to really experience it – what a joy! Robin, thank you, so much, for continuing to share your journey. I leave here every time with a feeling of true beauty in my heart – of what a wonderful world we live in!
Robin Replies:
Hi Dear Lance, The question you raised here is such a beautiful and worthy one. I believe the answer is in all your questions. I think it is all the things you mention. Nature does take us to our core, and it is “true” beauty, and powerful forces often beyond human control, it is untamed no matter how much we try to tame her, and most importantly Nature is ALIVE! There is also a cleanness about the “Laws of Nature”; they are usually irrefutable and have consequences should we humans break them (Example: If I jump off a 100 foot cliff it will most likely kill me or break every bone in my body. If I traipse unthinkingly, unprepared and unaware through a jungle containing poisonous (to humans) snakes, plants and insects — there is good chance I’ll be bitten or stung and might die, etc). There is another wonderful aspect I’ve found in Nature; she doesn’t judge in terms of good or bad, in terms of anything (that is a human condition). Nature just IS, and it is up to us to experience and come into alignment with that “core truth” you speak of. Which puts the responsibility of our choices….our existence on us. It is a very raw truth or reality that some find frightening, but I find it very freeing and empowering. Thank you, Lance, for your depth of thought. Hugs, Robin
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JJLoch Says:
6 December 2008 at 9:52 am.
Robin, what a FANTASTIC post. We both have nature pouring through our veins and strengthening our love for life. I have gone a somewhat different route, dedicated my life to God and the Bible and now I will be published next summer and look forward to a new career.
I have an agent!!!
WOOT!!! that you feel God’s love through His Creation. God is love!!!
Hugs, JJ
Robin Replies:
Oh Dear JJ, I just love your enthusiasm here. I never would have guessed that YOU love Nature. (Robin laughs uproariously) —And yes I do feel God’s love through creation and totally agree that God IS Love, is everything around me…all of creation. —Also, WHOO HOOOO!! to you girl for the book and literary agent!!!! Congrats and BIG hugs, Robin
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Chrissy Says:
6 December 2008 at 10:42 am.
Hi Robin, I had read your post a couple of times but sometimes I am on a computer where I am unable to access youtube…I am so glad, I came back during a slow time. I love your images they are amazing. I love the skies, the view and those fantastic rock formations. Are they not just so incredible.?
……….but your music is magical. I love it.
I cannot play any music to save my life but am very appreciative of anyone that can. This has a beautiful haunting quality, I have an Inca CD that I put on in balmy nights in the summer and this has a similar sound. I sometimes use music as a little therapy if life is becoming too busy
Love it, like Lilly says where is the CD? You are a very talented lady.
((((((((((big Hugs))))))))))))
Robin Replies:
Aaaw Chrissy, I’m so glad you came back because this is such a kind encouraging message. It means a lot to me. I am tickled that you enjoyed my music. I too just adore pan flutes and will often play a pan flute CD over and over. I want to eventually teach myself how to play one. I would just pick it up and start blowing across the tops and see what happens. It is such a haunting sound and yet can be very joyous as well. Maybe I will treat myself to one for Christmas —As to music being therapy during stressful times. I totally agree. Often after a long day at the computer I will sit at the piano and play for a bit…just let everything go. I love it as I never know what will come out of me or even how my fingers know what keys to play. So it is a magical gift. One of the things I’ve noticed is that after hours of computer work, playing the piano seems to re-balance my brain. I feel calmer and no longer jittery from staring at the computer all day. As to me being a very talented lady…well, you KNOW how I feel about you. You are off the charts in that area. No doubt about it. ((((((((((Big Hugs back to you))))))))) Robin
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earthtoholly Says:
6 December 2008 at 11:14 am.
Robin, your video is simply amazing and took me back to our cross-country trip a few years ago. Unfortunately, I wasn’t aware of the Tent Rocks when we were in your part of the country but we did spend a lot of time around the Grand Canyon, Bryce Canyon and some other extraordinary places. I remember how quiet and comforting it was to just stand in the middle of all the beauty with only the sound of wind and birds. I loved it so much I hope to live out there some day. Your music fit beautifully (so beautifully played!!) with that awesome scenery and it almost felt like I was there. Thank you so much for spreading the peace and the feel of pure nature! 
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Robin Replies:
Hellooooo EarthHolly!! 
Oh, wow, you’ve been out here and know the ancient silence of this land. You’ve seen some of the truly astounding places. I’m so glad to hear that. I’m originally from Maine, which is sooooo green and lush and rain-filled, and when I first came out here I didn’t know if I would stay or if I could connect to this desert land. But I’ll tell you, “EathHolly”, this land is so maaaagical and that ancient magic crept into me through my hundreds of hikes….until I awoke one morning and discovered that I’d “become” the land. It is my home now. I’d miss it’s vastness, it’s great peace if I left. Thank you for sharing here. Hugs to you, Robin
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Liara Covert Says:
6 December 2008 at 2:54 pm.
You are a blessing. You have a touching way of leading people to open their senses to things they have always known but have forgotten or, have found curiously difficult to accept. That life consists of timeless beauty is often taken for granted partly because people forget to love and accept themselves for all they are. To love yourself and to love others is to encourage people to love differently. Regardless of who you are or the life you lead, you can expand your sense of love.
Robin Replies:
Oh!! Dear Liara I just LOVE this comment. Yes, the simplest of things are often overlooked and/or replaced with something…maybe more circuitous….when Life is right under our noses. I have often had the realization that we humans have forgotten the things that we already know. And sometimes we go in search of something “other”. We miss the obvious. —-So lovely what you wrote here. The part about timeless beauty being taken for granted is very true. And yes! When we love ourselves and others we fall madly in love with ALL of Life, the entire Universe. It is so vast and beautiful, just patiently waiting for us to come home. I am very moved by your thoughts here. Thank you dear wise soul. Love, Robin
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horatio salt Says:
6 December 2008 at 9:03 pm.
You are incredible, Robin. Words fail me. I resort to borrowing this quotation:
“Mountains inspire awe in any human person who has a soul. They remind us of our frailty, our unimportance, of the briefness of our span upon this earth. They touch the heavens, and sail serenely at an altitude beyond even the imaginings of a mere mortal.”
~ Elizabeth Aston, The Exploits & Adventures of Miss Alethea Darcy
Robin Replies:
Dear HS, I read this four times because of how it made me feel. It brought tears to my eyes and I knew exactly how this writer felt when they wrote this quote. This line is something that I feel everyday that I am alive: “They remind us of our frailty, our unimportance, of the briefness of our span upon this earth.” That just made me weep. Gosh, I have had quite a night, gone from uproarious laughter at your site to weeping tears from this beautiful quote. I just love that, because the tears, the laughter….it is ALL Life and makes me KNOW that I am alive. Thank you so MUCH. And thank you for appreciating, your encouragement means much. Big hugs, Robin.
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timethief Says:
6 December 2008 at 10:29 pm.
I had tears streaming down my face as I listened. I love your playing. This is exactly my kind of music.
Robin Replies:
Dearest TT, that is the highest praise. I feel joyous knowing that the music touched you in this way. Do know when I recorded the flute I only felt what I had dreamed, but when I listened to the recording for the first time tears rolled down my face from the sheer simplicity of the flute. You are beautifully sensitive and aware. I so relate to that. You’re a wonderful mirror for me. Love, Robin
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JOURNEYTIME Says:
7 December 2008 at 12:29 pm.
Robin.
The music is amazing–almost like a bird calling–or was it a calling of another kind—a reawakening of the senses–to bypass the illusion that we take for the reality–to touch the wholly grail of nature and reconnect ourselves to the oneness and the wholeness and mend the abyss of emptiness which can never be filled with the illusion.
Always burn bright
Thank you
namaste friend
derick
Robin Replies:
My dear friend Derick, I love how you always see things on the deepest level. Right to the core. This is SUCH a potent comment of yours. It would be exquisitely beautiful with one of your art pieces. I loved it all but these parts just grab me: “… to bypass the illusion that we take for the reality” — AND — “…and mend the abyss of emptiness which can never be filled with the illusion.” You are SO right about that. When we reach a place of total peace and are not only at ease with the “emptiness” but actually crave it and know it as peace, love, eternal, ourselves and the IS, then the illusion no longer exists. It simply vaporizes as if it had never been. This is a one way path. Once the illusion vanishes there is no getting it back. But then one doesn’t want it back. Nameste…coming back with a hug, Robin
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Janet Gardner Says:
7 December 2008 at 4:32 pm.
Hi Robin,
What a beautiful video, the music brings the spirit of the rocks alive. I recently was reading Eckhart Tolle’s A New Earth and that is what he talks about. That we are raised to see a tree as an object, but not to feel the tree, feel it’s energy and that we are all connected. I have always been drawn to the sea. When my spirit needs renewing that is where I go. I think you are truly alive and connected to all things and I think that people see your aliveness as passion. You would appreciate the saying of the day I posted today on my blog. Thanks for your comment on Karma.
Take Care,
Janet
Robin Replies:
Hi dear Janet, what a joy to see you here. It always is. I loved what you shared from Tolle’s book, such a vital message that once grasped with the sense changes lives. —Aaah so you are “sea girl”. I too was for many years in Australia so I relate strongly to that connection. I swam in the sea, walked miles on beaches without seeing another human being. It was great vast peace for me. Even the memory evokes calm. —Thank you dear soul for the insight into my “aliveness”. Your sharing is very precious to me. I just LOVE being alive. Every day I am grateful for feeling so filled with Life. —I tried to find the saying on your blog but will check again as I couldn’t find it. Hugs to you, Robin
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Lynda Lehmann Says:
7 December 2008 at 8:50 pm.
Robin, what a gorgeous post. Your words are so well chosen and your music evokes those special, wild, open and free places that fill our souls. As your words fill our souls. Your passion comes across in all you do, and I’m grateful to be able to share our mutual love of nature.
I too, have always felt so deeply involved in the patterns and energies of nature. It is my mainstay, above all else.
I love native American flute music because of its meditative and searching quality, and you have done this so well. I know Mary Oliver because I have a friend who sends me some of her poems!
Your book looks very exciting and I wish you all the luck with it!
Robin Replies:
Hi dear “elegant” Lynda, Wonderful to see you here. I too can see the profound nature-influence in ALL your work. I believe your relationship with Nature is what makes your art so passionate and uninhibited, both in color and style. It is exceedingly vibrant. That’s the quality that makes it stand out and certainly grabs me and I’m sure many others. There is no half-measure in your artisitc expression. It is simply like Nature…full on. Thank you for you encouraging words here; they mean a lot to me from such a talented artist. Hugs, Robin
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Kit Says:
8 December 2008 at 3:16 pm.
Wow, what a wonderful place! Your pictures are lovely, and of course I wish I were there. . . thank you for letting me feel as if I were, at least for a few moments.
Robin Replies:
Dear KitMama, I was just at your blog reading about your fall hike and it is an INCREDIBLE post! The photos, the wild insights, and the vitality are beyond words. You all look so healthy. I felt like I was reading my own feelings. We are certainly on the same wave length when it comes to Nature. —Thank you for your kind words…and I KNOW you and your kids would love Tent Rocks, so make a metal note to visit the site if you are ever in New Mexico. It is so worth it. Hugs, Robin
For the sister post to my “Through Wild Eyes” got KitMama’s blog http://kitmama.blogspot.com and read her insights into Nature and children, as well as feast your eyes on her photos…just stunning.
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Olechka-persik Says:
8 December 2008 at 4:00 pm.
Огромное ÑпаÑибо за потрÑÑающие идеи!!! Буду Ñледить за блогом, много вÑего интереÑного. Рмой блог о науке, надеюÑÑŒ, тоже понравитÑÑ 
Robin Replies:
The rough translation for this Russian comment is:
“Many thanks for your tremendous ideas!!! You can see my site блогом, it also is about science, I hope, that it too is pleasant”
Olechka-persik, does a Russian science website. Thank you for visiting me all the way from Russia. Robin
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Ophelia Rising Says:
8 December 2008 at 7:45 pm.
Robin, I’ve been so out of everything lately, but I had to write and say that you are incredible and beautiful, and I FEEL this so much. I’ve been, as you know, wrestling with many things lately, and one thing I sort of had an epiphany about recently was my place on this earth and in this life, in terms of my fears and hesitations. I found that when I thought and meditated on myself in the world, a lot of my internal fears vanished because I know that anything can happen and anything can change, and we are all, in essence, without limits – we can do anything. Especially with our visions and dreams fluidly living inside us. You have helped me to see this, and for that, along with so many other things, I am thankful to you.
I read your post on Thanksgiving and wept. I so wish I could have been with you, watching the sunset. Actually, I was! Thank you for letting us all in. Love to you always…xoxoxo
Robin Replies:
Aaaw, my dear soul sister, What I love about you — among many things — is that your heart is SO open. I read your thoughts and fall into a star filled night that stretches on forever. Remember: It is because you are hungry and seeking, because you are open through all of Life’s weather that “…anything can happen and anything can change, (and will) and you are, in essence, without limits – you can do anything.” And because you have such great vital hunger, when you are weary of hunger, let your spirit rest, and trust, and know, that Life will still find you. While you seek your dreams, your dreams are seeking you….ever closer. I know this with every fiber of my being. —You honor me deeply with your tears. You are with me. And you are loved. Always…..Robin xoxo
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scott sheperd Says:
9 December 2008 at 7:58 am.
Robin – You and Merlin are the best. The best. You remind me of truths I have come to doubt. You remind me of the beauty of life, not intellectually but viscerally. It’s interesting as I read your comments on “passionate” that you, for me at least, bring the “red”, the heat, as your words ring with intensity. You can’t get enough. You attack, in a good sense, your relationship with the world. As much as you fill up with it every day you still convey the feeling of the starving person who has been offered a banquet and who can’t believe her good fortune. You devour that banquet but can still appreciate the presentation. Merlin is the “blue”. There is a peace and a coolness, again in a good sense, as he soaks everything through his skin. He observes and immerses at the same time. You are both complete unto yourselves and yet you both complement each other. And what a treat for me! I have met both of you. And by the way my daughter is pregnant again. She is a courageous, incredible human being. She’s scared but she’s facing it. Have a wonderful holiday Robin. But let’s face it. Everyday is a holiday to you. And that is so cool.
Robin Replies:
What a wonderful surprise to see you here Scott. I am honored, and touched by your encouragement and kind words. And yes, I agree with you about SouMerlin. He is a gem and a fantastic writer, he takes it beyond writing, and emotes. I relate to that. Like you, he is also a kind human being who cares. —I keep checking back to see if you’ve written new posts as I just love your direct, punchy and soul-beautiful writing. It always reminds me of who I am. I really like that. —I also am profoundly moved by your daughters great courage, her strength of spirit. She obviously is not a quitter and is someone who is open to Life, someone who is willing to move toward Life even in the face of possible pain. I wonder where she got that from? (Robin chuckles) I am going to keep her in my prayers. You must tell her that. I will do it every day, focusing so much energy on that new spark of Life. Bless you Scott and hugs to you and yours, Robin
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Mel Says:
9 December 2008 at 7:11 pm.
Hola Robin,
I just gave you an award.
You can chose to accept it or not, either way, I think you deserve it
Besos,
Mel
Robin Replies:
Hola, Dear lovely Mel, lover of birds and wild things, I am so very touched by this award coming from you. It is an honor and I will be by when I get a break from work to see what you’ve done….and to read more of your site. Hugs to you dear, Robin
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soulMerlin Says:
10 December 2008 at 8:24 am.
The vid’ is wonderful…your ‘countryside’ of New Mexico is so different from my ‘countryside’ – but it is all nature – the photos are stunning. Nature wears a great variety of clothing. Since the ‘wildness’ of my own environment touched me, I have been so enriched.
“Why not go to Life itself to become Life?”
For me, nature and life IS god…so like my mother, I find more God in the trees, landscapes, mountains and seas..also the skies, clouds and the Universe…they for me are God – much more than buildings, religions and organisations.
You wrote this post with the authority of someone who ‘knows’
thank you
henry
Robin Replies:
And YOU my Earth-friend wrote this comment with the authority of some who knows! I basked in your poetic words here about God. You KNOW I relate. You have describe ME as well. You have expressed this boldly and with passion. You made my heart sing so happily this morning. I just love it! —And your words: “Nature wears a great variety of clothing.” are gorgeous. You know, henry, I would so love to see you do a post on this. It is a theme throughout all your work, but this is potent what you shared here. I think you ought to copy it and use it on your site. If you do, let me know. I want to read it. We are kindred Earth-spirits. Hugs and thank YOU, Robin
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Michael August Says:
14 January 2009 at 3:55 pm.
Beautiful. Took a walk, myself, in a park not long ago. Just had to do it; too long just on the narrow course of home, then to work, and back. The mind is not fit to know only so small a part of the world, at all times.
Robin Replies:
Hi Michael, What a joy to see you here. Your words touch me; they are not only eloquent but express the simple truth of that “hunger” you mention in your beautiful post titled “Working and Longing”.
I agree, “the mind is not fit to know only so small a part…” I have found that I can use my mind for many things, but at some point I need real Earth under my feet and fresh air in my lungs. I need to be with living Nature. Thank you for sharing here.
Note to my readers: Michael has a new site, which is very thought provoking….titled: THE DWELLING. I highly recommend it. His writing is beautiful, warm, inclusive, compassionate and insightful. I think many of you will relate to it.
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