A Montana Squall

“Mountain Squall”
11 x 14 inch acrylic on box panel. Ready to Hang
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Is it possible to gain knowledge and understanding about ourselves from the natural environment in which we live?

I recently had the opportunity to drive along the Rocky Montana Front which is on the eastern side of the Rockies. The weather here can be severe as the winds from the Pacific Coast come whirling over the mountains crashing down onto the eastern plains. This can bring one of natures more breath taking weather formations, “The Squall”. A squall is a sudden violent wind that produces rain or snow. It’s duration is short and can reach winds over 40 miles per hour. Montana is a colossal stage were Mother Nature actively dramatizes her power on a daily basis. The photograph below is of a sudden squall that formed over the Rockies the day of my drive. Seeing this powerful outburst of wind and snow made me think of how quickly my own emotions can whirl into action and cause a sudden out burst of tears or a rash sequence of verbal responses. But like a squall my emotions can quickly change direction or dissipate. Once the squall has subsided the mountains and the hills are still standing firm. It is good to remember that we are not our emotions that they like squalls can came and go within a few minutes.
I am grateful to have the opportunity to live in such a vast environment such as Montana. Here I can take time to ponder life and watch Mother Nature as she dances on this magnificent stage.