Mother Earth

The term Ela in Cherokee means, Earth. I have created this blog in vision to aim towards my native Cherokee roots (Though I'm part Scandinavian, and Scotch-Irish) to bring forward my love of God's marvelous creation and beautiful planet He created for us. Many of us have heard of conflicts in recent times involving global pollution, global warming, global cooling, and many of the problems we face, but taking one step at a time to renew and conserve, as well as gain understanding, we care for this gift given to us from the Almighty. Nothing is more important to us than the health of our families, selves, and loved ones... those we spend our life with. Working towards unity is an important step. I've always wanted to capture moments where I can look back and see this powerful importance of knowing who I am, and knowing the earth we live on is alive. Delicate ecosystems thrive, and also die. The more we understand conservation, the more we will be prepared to help with the small daily involvements in our own lives. Take time in your day to enjoy nature! What plants are native to where you live? What species of bird thrive in the forests nearby?

Who's with me?

Newadi- Sky
Ustalanali- Sea
Gadohi- Land
Amequohi- Ocean
(Some other Cherokee Definitions)

CHEROKEE DICTIONARY INDEX This is the link where I learned this. Check it out!

I currently live in the US state of Alabama. All in all, really, it is a beautiful state. Magnificent pine, honeysuckle, scarlet buckeye, the majestic Southern Red Oak, it's all I've ever known growing up in. That is, until I traveled to other places. I've been to a lot of the amazing states. Each has it's own unique specimen of wildlife, and I appreciate each of them for their differences. I do have a Bama girl's heart though.

Alabama is so lush, so green! Thinking about everything my ancestors went through living in the farmlands of Mississippi, and also the southern regions of the state of Alabama. I know Cherokee blood runs through my veins, and it's interesting to think about the impact culture has had on my upbringing. True I look as white as they come, with very blonde hair and blue eyes, but a part of me is Cherokee. So there you have it! It's amazing what you can learn!

 AL Comprehensive Wildlife Conservation Strategy | Outdoor Alabama
Another link I've placed where you can learn more about Alabama's Natural Resources and Wildlife. It's really pretty cool. I definitely think taking the time to learn about where you live is super important.

Alabama even has fresh water jellyfish if you look at the wildlife pages!  There's always something we can discover and appreciate.

What do you enjoy about nature?

Painting- Thought it was awesome :)

Two Wolves

Y'all have all heard this proverb, right?

Trees in bloom! Now that's a sight in the spring.