Fall 2008--Deep conifer forest and crystalline pools: our life source, our home.
Opal Creek's rich and
varied flora, fauna and
awesome fungi are three
reasons to come,
linger and look until
you are full!
Crossing to Opal Pool,
the ordinary drops away-
taken by the  stream-
and is replaced with the
extraordinary:
grace
beauty
presence.
You are changed.
What we re-discovered here:
Moments of presence, awe and beauty
Connection to the season and its cycle  
Our deep love of all the species of  the trees
"Fall's reflection is glistening in the air
around it.  
The water gathers on the underside
of every branch,
sliver of grass and needle.  
We can see the universe in every drop.  

The All is available in each and every
mirrored reflection."
  ~~KK   2006