It
is easy to say that nature plays a huge part in what we do. But it is
not just wood that keeps us excited here at Simply Wood Rings. It is
every element of Nature that inspires us to create something truly
beautiful!
It's
9 am and the day begins with a quick peek out the window. There are
two Peregrine Falcons that have found a lovely home, with the help of
the Field Museum, outside our window. Everyone here has grown quite
attached to the falcons, and we have lovingly named them “Mama and
Papa Hawk” even though, we now know there is quite a difference
between falcons and hawks. Some mornings the falcons will be there
to say hello, and some mornings they are not. But, even if we only
get to see a quick shadow swoop by, they fill our day with tons of
excitement and happiness.
The
falcons are a constant reminder to us of how humans and nature can
co-exist. This tall brick factory provides us with a great place for
a wood shop, and also closely resembles a cliff face to those birds
who are seeking a home here in Chicago. We try to remember this
every time we are making a ring.
Check
out this live stream from one of nests in the Chicago area:
http://1130falcon.click2stream.com/
Special thanks to the Field Muesem for the picture and the link
