Do you know what time it is?
Most people have internal clocks. Mine goes off everyday at about 10 am, telling me that it’s lunchtime. (I know, it’s weird.)
Other clocks let you know it’s time for bed, breakfast, or anything in between.
But you can also look to nature to find out what time it is. The next time you’re out, take a look at the flowers.
Blue chicory shuts tight at noon and white waterlilies close their blossoms at 4 pm. Marigolds open by 7 am and close at 7 pm. Pickerelweed is another that closes up at noon.
All of you botany friends out there can probably add to this list – what time do your flowers open and close?
Now, I realize that some of us are still in the middle of winter (no flowers for us!), but there are still natural clocks out there. Try feeding birds everyday at the same time. After a couple of days, you’ll probably be surprised at just how punctual your dinner guests can be. Soon, you’ll be able to set your watch by the birds!
Happy Wednesday, all – Keep it wild!
