Keeping a Nature Journal - with Clare Walker Leslie

[@xwave727]

A beautiful conversation. Legend.

[@kerynklein5605]

I know this was recorded years ago but I could really feel Clare's distress at times . I really felt she needed a hug. She is so engaging and genuine

[@journalingwithnature]

I agree that Clare is totally genuine. I love that you picked up so sensitively on her emotions. Thank you for watching our chat together.

[@wrenphotos2338]

This was so wonderful and reaching…

[@AliClaire72]

Such a wonderful and inspiring conversation ♥️🙏🏻so very grateful, thank you

[@jeanne17118]

This video is such a delight! I bought Clare's book, Keeping a Nature Journal, in 2001 when I started watching and sketching birds at my feeder. I have added many more books to my collection over the years, including A Year in Nature, a Memoir of Solace. So much of it resonates with me and feeds my nature loving soul. I love her authenticity in this interview, especially in sharing how difficult things are for her now. My heart goes out to her. Thank you Bethan, for bringing Clare Walker Leslie to a new generation of nature journalers.

[@journalingwithnature]

Thank you for your supportive words. I love that you have her books and that her writing resonate with you so beautifully.

[@barrywebb7579]

This was a great conversation. So happy you let her talk freely. Most interviewers cut the guest off with more questions. Enjoyed it very much. Keep up the great work.

[@debhume]

I feel like I just had my morning coffee with two lovely friends. Thank you! I love the idea of “daily exceptional images” and “chain of joys” Your stories and knowledge of nature journaling have inspired me. Good health and happiness to you and yours.

[@journalingwithnature]

I am so happy that you had that feeling, Debbie. That's beautiful. Good health and happiness right back to you. Hugs!

[@suzannemarshall7458]

wonderful conversation with your two amazing women. Love her work and it has been inspiring since I have most of her books. they are so calming to read and look at.

[@journalingwithnature]

I am so glad you enjoyed the interview. I agree that Clare's books are very calming to read.

[@annebutt4507]

that's what I find, too - It's like stepping into the outside world when you want to be there but can't.

[@raspberrythief-naturejourn6583]

What a wonderful lady. Such a joy to listen to her energy. Thank you so much for this conversation. I will be adding Clare's books to my list.

[@verschoor2325]

Very inspiring! Thank you!

[@ramonawickstrom8562]

Prayers and hugs for Clare and her life struggles. I think I can relate. My hubby needs me, too. The “joy” chain is a great idea.

[@francocallabero9787]

Hello 👋 Ramona

[@larrymarshall9454]

That was simply amazing, Bethan. I'm not a nature journal person but I did spend much of my life as a PhD in evolutionary biology. I sketch a lot but more often than not I'm drawing people or architecture. But I love Claire Walker and have several of her books. I've also got John Muir Laws books and a bunch of other natural history books related to nature journaling. Maybe you'll turn me into a nature journal guy :-) Thanks for all you do.

[@journalingwithnature]

Your comment brought me a lot of joy, Larry. Thank you. I am glad that you enjoyed the interview!

[@annebutt4507]

same here - love them

[@betsyvobach4160]

Thank you both!

[@lesleycrawford7244]

What a lovely lady! I have a copy of the b/w book,'nature Journaling, a tool for learning', it's been my go to book for so many years. It was so wonderful to hear Clare speak, what an Interesting person, so curious about everything and so attentive to your interview. That was inspiring, thank you for sharing 💖

[@francocallabero9787]

Hello 👋 Lesley

[@susanasmith8596]

Such a great conversation ... thank you to you both. I've had the book 'The Zen of Seeing' on my shelf for the past 20 or 30 yrs ... I must get it out and read it again!

[@francocallabero9787]

Hello 👋

[@geniehawkholt3409]

Loved this interview. Going to pull out the books I have from Claire. I am also going through a difficult time with hubby so can relate to all the things she's trying to manage. Yvea led me to you. What a happy happening.

[@francocallabero9787]

Hello 👋 Genie

[@anjichurch4406]

S sad I missed this

[@journalingwithnature]

It's ok, Anji, it wasn't live. She and I pre-recorded it last week :)

[@jeanne17118]

Hi Anji! I missed Marley’s Wednesday video, but maybe I’ll see you in the chat for his next one.

[@annebutt4507]

I bought Keeping a Nature Journal in 2018. Love it. Thank you for such a beautiful video.

[@francocallabero9787]

Hello 👋 ann