June in Bloom

tranquil paths, blooming bunchberries and more quiet magic captured

June is a precious time here in the forest; wildflowers bloom everywhere I look, from tiny stars to bursts of white, foliage flourishes, vibrantly green and healthy, and forest trails lure me further and further into the magic and wonder.

The sun shines above, the air whispering against my skin with warmth and hints of summer. But the shadows of the forest comfort me, cool me, and provide little havens of life that prefer shelter over more open ground.

The bunchberries may bloom all month, but they never look as good as in early June — the leaves not yet dirtied and chewed, the flowers stark and clean against the luscious backdrop.

They are prolific and grow abundantly alongside trails and deeper into the forested expanse, intermingling with ground-covering vines and nestling next to fallen trees.

Tiny starflowers, aptly named, peek up amongst the bunchberries. Harder to spot, these tiny gems range from a soft purple to white, looking delicate and thin, yet hardy enough to survive the spring rains.

The thimbleberry flowers have also bloomed, crepe-like petals perfectly crinkled, gently swaying in the breeze.

Endless trails lead to endless treasures; these late days of spring boast an abundant supply of them to be found.

See you again soon,

♡ Whitney

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