The Shimmering Is All There Is

While described as a collection of essays (and poetry), it’s more like blog posts from the author’s website. Perhaps that snobbery on my part and those two are one and the same anymore. Kohout’s writing is honest and accessible, and her topics are varied yet interwoven. A lot of her stances and views on nature and conservation feel fairly privileged, but it made me think that the time and freedom to ponder such things is fairly privileged. As with many things, it is incumbent upon those with the means to drive the conversation of conversation. Am I doing enough? What else could I be doing? I have the ability and opportunity to explore options that many people do not to conserve or serve a greater good. Do I make the most of it? A great read to start the year.