I’m Amber Pilkington — a wife, mother, counselor, and chronic illness warrior who found unexpected healing in art and nature.

Several years ago, my world changed when I was diagnosed with Guillain-Barré Syndrome and later Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS). Both conditions drastically altered what my days looked like — and what my body could do.

Outdoor adventures, long walks, even sitting in the grass with a sketchbook became complicated or impossible depending on the weather. Living in Texas meant extremes — heat, humidity, and cold that could trigger pain or fatigue. I began asking questions that many people with chronic illness or physical limitations quietly hold:

If I can’t hike, paint outside, or stand for long periods, do I still count as part of the nature journaling community?
Does simply looking out the window at a tree “count”?

Over time, I discovered the answer is yes — it absolutely counts.
Observation doesn’t depend on mobility. Connection with nature isn’t limited by energy level or location.

Sometimes my journaling happens from bed. Sometimes it’s a quick sketch of a houseplant or a few words describing how the light hits the wall. Each moment of attention feels like a conversation with the natural world — one that welcomes me exactly as I am.

This site grew from that realization. It’s a place for people who love nature but live with limitations — for those who want to stay connected, creative, and curious even when energy and mobility fluctuate.