Rachel I. Pearson

Short pieces to read -- perhaps one a day at dawn or sunset -- and ponder. Each covers a year of seasons and sessions on different topics in the author's many experiences, and includes stunning photography, much of it in beautiful Oregon. My favorite section, "Unconditional," is a tribute to Eric's mother. A remarkable, independent, loving person who was decades before her time. Each section ends with original verses by Alan with a reminder to breathe in the world around us. "Unconditional" contains the following: "Breathing in, I'm grateful for imperfect love. Breathing out, I love in all conditions."