When I first moved to the mountains nearly six years ago I was very guilty of the green blur. Since then, thankfully, I've learned the names of a few of the plants I encounter on my trail runs up the hills and you're right, being able to name them makes them more familiar, more friend than stranger. Thank you for this thoughtful post.
I'm just beginning my journey into foraging--starting in my back yard!
Gah! “…what ancient name she calls it by” is gorgeous writing.
When I first moved to the mountains nearly six years ago I was very guilty of the green blur. Since then, thankfully, I've learned the names of a few of the plants I encounter on my trail runs up the hills and you're right, being able to name them makes them more familiar, more friend than stranger. Thank you for this thoughtful post.