Enigmatic Scribe

@enigmaticscribe

Former journalist. Educator. Fan of Science, Astronomy, Archaeology, Herb Gardening, and National Parks. Sometimes, I write poetry. Ponderings and Poems:

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Enigmatic Scribe@enigmaticscribe· 22d

Happy Lunar Landing Anniversary Day! July, 20, 1969 #Apollo11 #MoonLanding 📸: NASA

Enigmatic Scribe@enigmaticscribe· 23d

Rocky showing support for Team Spain 🇪🇸 today. ⚽️ #FIFAWorldCup

A nearly two-year-old black and tan shepherd husky mix wears a red Pamplona bandana sitting on a olive colored settee in support of Spain in the World Cup Finals.

Enigmatic Scribe@enigmaticscribe· 26d

Smoked Salmon Skies #CanadianWildfires

A light salmon colored sky resulting from the wildfires to the north. The sun has a pinkish orange halo around it. Below is a field of soybeans and a row of woodland trees in the background.

Enigmatic Scribe@enigmaticscribe· 27d

I could tell immediately when I let Rocky out this morning that the Canadian wildfires were affecting the air quality south of Lake Erie today. The sky is giving off an unusual, continuous, “sundown orangish” vibe.

A late-morning photo of the sun with an orange ring around it and a sky with a faint orange hue caused by an increase of particulates in the air from wildfires to the north in Canada.

Enigmatic Scribe@enigmaticscribe· 27d

Headed nowhere, on a lonely country road, Time and I, came to a stop, when crossing gates dropped, and a whistle cut through thick, evening air. For a generous moment, I was a kid again, intensely watching a train passing, and counting freight cars, that were zipping on by. #poetry #poem

Three photos show two approaching train engines pulling dozens of freight cars cross a bridge over a country creek surrounded by trees.

A blue and yellow CSX engine speeds past a railroad crossing on a hazy July evening.

Enigmatic Scribe@enigmaticscribe· 28d

Just got done with the evening watering. Been growing backyard produce for about six years now. Grape tomatoes, peppers, lettuces, radishes and lots of cooking and tea herbs in containers. Picked a handful of ripe items to toss in the pan with leftover pasta and olive oil.

Enigmatic Scribe@enigmaticscribe· Jul 12

Summer Sunday afternoons… 📸: mine

A view looking down from a shaded hill toward a recreational lake created from retreated glaciers where pontoon boats leisurely navigating the waters. Along the shore of the lake, various pontoon boats are tethered to docks.

Enigmatic Scribe@enigmaticscribe· Jul 11

The dill is ready to be snipped for dips and summer cucumber salads. I planted dill seeds in a second pot a few weeks after this one was started, and it is also coming in nicely as well. #gardening #containergarden #herbs #dill #culinaryherbs

Dill (dill weed) grows in a black container pot along with other herbs and vegetables in a backyard garden - and is ready to be clipped for use in dips, salads and potato recipes.

Enigmatic Scribe@enigmaticscribe· Jul 10

When poets explain from where wildflowers get their brilliant colors… 📸: mine

The colors of a rainbow reach from a hill of wildflowers to the low hanging gray clouds. In the foreground, a wood fence runs up the grassy hill.

Enigmatic Scribe@enigmaticscribe· Jul 8

Celebrating with friends following a foolish, yet successful, injury-free Running of the Bulls in Pamplona, Spain, during the annual San Fermin Festival that takes place each July. Hard to believe this was 25 years ago! #Pamplona #SanFerminFestival #RunningOfTheBulls

Two American guys celebrate in a crowd of mostly Spanish participants wearing white shirts and red bandannas following the first day of the Running of the Bulls July 7, 2001, in Pamplona. (I’m the one in shorts)

My three amigos who I traveled around Spain with, are hanging out on the streets of Pamplona during the San Fermin Festival.
My friend of thirty years (in the center) was born in Spain and has lived in the U.S. since high school.

Shot of a decorated municipal building in San Fermin with visitors in the foreground.

A view from the hotel balcony before heading out to the morning festivities in San Fermin.

Enigmatic Scribe@enigmaticscribe· Jul 6

They say we all need a special, sacred space… #poetry #poem #poetrycommunity (Full poem in alt text)

They say we all need
a special, sacred space -
whether that be,
against the trunk of a tree,
surrounded by nature’s
fields and streams,
or on a weathered worn,
wrought iron seat,
tucked in the crannies
and shadowed between,
skyscraping towers
of a bustling city,
- where one can meld
inconspicuously,
within their chosen
scenery,
and allow for a smile
to rejuvenate,
upon one’s own face.

~ Matzinsky

Enigmatic Scribe@enigmaticscribe· Jul 5

Any day now…. #gardening #tomatovines

Green grape-style tomatoes and another larger variety hang from vines an anticipation of ripening in the foreground. In the background, various lettuces and culinary herbs grow in containers pots.

Enigmatic Scribe@enigmaticscribe· Jul 3

Centerpiece for the Independence Day weekend cookouts. I think it might be an Easter Lily. Was dormant in the greenhouse from last year and brought outside this spring. Late bloomer, I guess. 😀 #gardening

A blooming white lily sits in a pot outdoors on a patio table.

Enigmatic Scribe@enigmaticscribe· Jul 2

Welp, I made it 60 times around the Sun. It’s been a helluva trip so far…

A 60-year-old guy with greying hair wearing a blue T-shirt finishing up the evening watering of the backyard garden in the middle of a Midwest heat wave.

Enigmatic Scribe@enigmaticscribe· Jun 28

Above the thundering border, even the Moon, in its graceful glide through evening sky, pauses in awe, to enjoy the view. #poetry #poetrylovers Goodnight, people of BlueSky… #NiagaraFalls 📸: mine

Red and blue lights illuminate Niagara Falls following the nightly fireworks display at 10 pm. Above the border of 🇺🇸 and 🇨🇦, the Moon keep watch.

Enigmatic Scribe@enigmaticscribe· Jun 25

It is our duty, to protect the beauty, that Nature provides…. #poetry #NiagaraFalls #FirstNations 📸: mine

A rainbow appears over the Niagara River between the Niagara Falls viewed from the Canadian side. A patch of blue skies peeks through the breaking clouds.

Enigmatic Scribe@enigmaticscribe· Jun 24

“Pubbing” around at Niagara-on-the-Lake. #FIFAWorldCup #SUICAN #NiagaraOnTheLake

Sign outside The Irish Harp where I’m enjoying a plate of fish and chips, a pint of Guinness and FIFA match on the TVs.

Enigmatic Scribe@enigmaticscribe· Jun 23

Cloud formation machine… #NiagaraFallsUSA 📸: mine

A view of the rising mist from the American side of Niagara Falls looking toward Canada gives the impression that this is how clouds are made on an overcast evening.

Enigmatic Scribe@enigmaticscribe· Jun 16

An Appreciation of Environmental Activism - A Poem #poem #poetrycommunity #environment #stewardship #pollution #conservation #ecofriendly #cleanenergy #climatechange

I’ve walk these lands,
like the Forefathers of yours,
from forests to mountains,
hills, meadows, and shores.

I’ve heard Spirits who’ve past,
unleash wailings and cries,
that rose from Their graves,
to the stars in the skies.

I’ve seen Ancient’s shadows,
as they’ve roamed Mother Earth,
observing what we’re doing,
to the lands of Their birth.

I’ve read broken treaties,
and how promises became lies,
Our history, on repeat,
in full view of blind eyes.

I’ve admired how Natives lived,
taking what only They need,
wheres today, has given way,
to extreme corporate greed.

We’ve seen pipelines rip through,
pristine Sacred Lands,
poisoning waters from mining,
and exposed oil sands.

Eco-conscious activists,
have reached out for the reins,
to join forces with Native Peoples,
in safeguarding The Plains.

United in noble intentions,
against habitat desecrations,
and preserve land and waters,
for our Future Generations.

~ Matzinsky

Enigmatic Scribe@enigmaticscribe· Jun 13

Taking advantage of a gorgeous Saturday afternoon to get some gardening done. #containergargening #culinaryherbs #gardening #growsomething

Herb seed packs on an outdoor patio table in preparation of being sown in container pots. In the background is a garden with various herbs and vegetable plants.

Nine containers pots containing various herb seeds are ready to be moved from patio table to the garden area.

Enigmatic Scribe@enigmaticscribe· Jun 11

Dinner and a show in the theater district of Playhouse Square this evening to watch the musical performance of “The Great Gatsby” - part of the ‘25-‘26 Broadway Series Tour. 📸: mine

Evening shot of three of Playhouse Square’s ten theaters - The Mimi, The State and The Connor Palace.

A view of the exterior entrance for The Allen Theatre in Playhouse Square.

A nighttime shot looking back at the theater district of Playhouse Square following the performance of “The Great Gatsby.”

Enigmatic Scribe@enigmaticscribe· Jun 9

Pulled in my driveway to see this little guy staring back at me. He’s obviously up to no good. 😂 #nature #RaccoonLife #WoodlandCreatures

A young raccoon, who climbed up the base of a large tree in the woods next to the driveway, stares back at me, seemingly unafraid of my presence.

Enigmatic Scribe@enigmaticscribe· Jun 8

Summer evening stargazing, from the bed of a pickup truck. 📸: mine

View of the northern sky capturing the seven stars of The Big Dipper above a horizon of shadowed trees.

Enigmatic Scribe@enigmaticscribe· Jun 4

A set of 5 male russian matryoshka dolls that look like an oversized Steven Seagal.

Enigmatic Scribe@enigmaticscribe· Jun 2

I slipped into, a Time Machine, on a Tuesday afternoon…

Enigmatic Scribe@enigmaticscribe· May 21

Some trails are meant to be traveled barefoot… 📸: mine

Wildflowers line a mowed perimeter trail encircling a hayfield that’s nearly ready for the first cut and baling of the season. Above the green landscape is a mostly clear, blue evening sky.

Enigmatic Scribe@enigmaticscribe· May 20

There’s a softness in a Sunset, like the whisper, from a lover. ~ Matzinsky #poem #poetry 📸: mine

The Sun dips below the red and orange horizon on a warm, quiet May evening in the country.

Enigmatic Scribe@enigmaticscribe· May 10

A bumblebee, instinctively, dances across a rhododendron, skipping along from bloom to bloom, to the rhythm of songbirds, on a Sunday afternoon. #poem #poetry #poetrycommunity 📸: mine

A bumblebee, working on a sunny May Sunday, dances from violet bloom to violet bloom across the green leafed Rhododendron at the edge of the woods.

Enigmatic Scribe@enigmaticscribe· May 7

Found these two growing out of the mulched flowerbed. #fungi #fungifriends #mushroom #fungiphotography

Couple of brownish-gold colored mushrooms growing out of the mulched flower bed around the patio following a rainy first week of May.

Enigmatic Scribe@enigmaticscribe· May 6

From garden to plate…. Dames Rocket are not only invasive, but quite edible. Using an altered recipe from foragerchef.com, I discovered the wildflower and its leaves make a tasty side dish. #cooking #forageplants #culinaryherbs #gardening 📸: mine