Boston spring finally showed up and I went outside immediately and stayed there. A Friday walk through the Arnold Arboretum at peak cherry blossom season that turned into way more than a quick stop.

I did not plan to spend as much time at Bass Hole Boardwalk as I did. That happens a lot with the spots I like best. Here's what I found on a moody July day in Yarmouth Port.

Bryce Canyon was supposed to be a quick stop on a Utah road trip. A few hours, a couple of overlooks, and keep moving. Bryce had other ideas.

I went to The Butterfly Place in Westford on a regular August afternoon and left feeling like I had been selected. Two butterflies landed on me. Unprompted. I am choosing to believe this means something.

Boston in early spring does this thing where it gives you one perfect week and then takes it back. Magnolia season is that week.

Most people drive right past Flume Cascade without realizing it is there. That is exactly what makes it worth stopping for.