Next to my desk I have this shelf with a collection of gifts, found objects, etc.

Nature represented in various forms – each is a talisman to a place.

Ocean, river, quarry, woods, field, winter, summer, autumn, spring.

Inspiration for life – inspiration for writing.

Many also remind me of people that I care about and adventures we have been on.

The newest addition is the sign, a gift from my daughter – that ties it all together.