Deep Beauty Book

"Deep Beauty: Experiencing Wonder When the World Is on Fire," essays exploring beauty in all of its permutations, from Woodhall Press, now available.

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THOUGHTS FROM OUR READERS: Where do you see Deep Beauty in your life? “I see beauty in all the animals and living creatures that I encounter.” —Geraldine from Lady Lake, FL

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THOUGHTS FROM OUR READERS: Where are you finding your Deep Beauty at this time of year?

“Being able to have my family gather again. Summers with my family were important. We'd have cookouts and hang out outside together.” — Beatrice L from New York, NY

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With the pandemic surge in India, the nation’s wellness and safety is on our minds. In her essay, “My Varanasi Lakshmi,” Katie O’Connell recounts her experience of visiting India and interacting with different people, in particular a street vendor, Lakshmi, who sells jewelry 1/3

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Katie explores the beauty of an emotional connection with someone who lives thousands of miles away and the blending of ancient and modern in Varanasi. To read more about Katie’s essay and others in the Deep Beauty collection, click here. https://t.co/Mm2TTbDZhr and 2/3

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Richard provides readers with the opportunity to consider the beauty of living for the sake of community and unity with the earth. To read more about Richard’s essay and others in the Deep Beauty collection, click here. https://t.co/Mm2TTbDZhr 2/2

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In his essay, “The Muskoxen in Summer,” Richard Adams Carey explores a pocket of indigenous Alaskan culture untouched by capitalism and colonialism. He admires the harmony that arises from a thoughtful relationship between people and their natural environments. 1/2

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THOUGHTS FROM OUR READERS: Where do you see Deep Beauty in your life? “In my friends!” —Rachel from Rochester, NY

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When she started feeling better, she returned to the stables and found that the horses’ majesty and endearing personalities renewed her confidence in riding and her hopes for the future. To read more about Kate’s essay click here 2/2 https://t.co/K5KRdwP7E9

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In her essay, “Stable Geniuses,” Kate Wilson describes the joy and wonder of horseback riding. Afflicted several years ago with a mysterious illness, Kate took a break from riding. 1/2

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THOUGHTS FROM READERS: what moments of beauty are you looking forward to this summer? “I’m excited to sink into my hammock after a long day and watch the peaceful rolling waters of the Schuylkill River as the sun sets.” —Julianne from Narberth, PA

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To read more about Corinna’s essay, “Gallatin Winter Premonition,” and others in the Deep Beauty collection, click here. https://t.co/K5KRdwP7E9

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As the weather warms up, we’re ready to enjoy the outdoors! Essayist Corinna German describes her camping trips in the forests of Montana and how they break up the monotony of daily routine, a struggle most of us are experiencing now, especially if we’re working at home.

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To read more about Owen’s essay and others in the Deep Beauty collection, click here. https://t.co/Mm2TTbmnSR

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Given the current fragile state of the earth, beauty might seem like a trivial topic. But in his essay, “Foisting Beauty,” Owen Wormser presents beauty as a solution and a reminder of the importance of nature and of our stewardship of Mother Earth.

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Seasons and weather change but we are rooted by the earth and sky and nature’s promise of beauty and wonder. To read more about Baron’s essay and others in the Deep Beauty collection, click here. https://t.co/Mm2TTbDZhr 2/2

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Looking forward to sunny days and the abundance of summer, we consider Baron Wormser’s essay, “Living Off the Grid.” Through his experience of living deep in the Maine woods, he appreciates the simultaneous transient and stoic quality of nature. 1/2

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If you didn’t get a chance to attend the reading, you can follow this link for the recorded version! 2/2
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Thank you to everyone who attended our event hosted by Anne Arundel Community College! We enjoyed by essayists Rick Black, Ann Fisher-Wirth, Kim Dana Kupperman, Candice Mayhill, and Katherine E. Young. Candice moderated a lively discussion afterward. 1/2

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Bonnie reminds us that love can be found in all sorts of unexpected places, even in a little bird. For more information about Bonnie’s essay and others in the Deep Beauty collection, click here. https://t.co/Mm2TTbDZhr 2/2

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With warmer weather on the way, we can again appreciate the signs of spring blooming. In her essay “What is Love?,” Bonnie J. Toomey explores the titular question, considering thoughts from friends and family, all while observing a phoebe and describing nature and love. 1/2