Sasysquatchgirl

The Deer Woman…

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“In the moonlit woods where shadows play

Roams the Deer Woman, wild and fey

With eyes like embers, dark and deep

She wanders through the forest’s keep

Her form shifts in the twilight’s glow

Half a woman, half a doe

She tempts the heart with graceful ease

A spirit of the ancient trees

Whispered tales of love and fear

Of those who dared to venture near

With every step, her mystique grows

A haunting presence, soft and close

Legends speak of her allure

A warning wrapped in beauty pure

She beckons with a lusty siren’s call

To those who heed, they’ll rise or fall

In her gaze, both life and death

A fleeting touch, a stolen breath

She dances in the moon’s embrace

A mystery, a timeless grace

Beware the Deer Woman’s charm

For in her arms lies both harm and calm

A story woven in the night

A legend in the pale moonlight”

Bigfoot in Books… The Story of Man

“Of Giant Apes and Snowmen
IN the 1930’s, Ralph von Koenigswald, who discovered the first man-ape jaw in Java and some human remains to be described shortly, combed the Chinese drugstores of several Oriental cities, in search of fossil teeth. For centuries the Chinese have used the bones of fossil animals to cure their ills, in the belief that courage, strength, and virility come from the powdered remains of large, strong, and potent animals. Their cure for toothache is powdered teeth. Out of thousands of teeth, von Koenigswald found, in Hong Kong, six of particular interest.
They are human-like in form, but six times as large, in volume, as those of living men. Between the stubs of the roots, gnawed by cave porcupines, he detected powdered yellow earth, which told him that the teeth had come from caves near the Yangtze gorges.
He called the animal to whom the teeth had belonged Giganto-pithecus, the giant ape. For years some paleontologists believed that Gigantopithecus was an ancestor of man, but in the late 1950’s Chinese scientists found three jaws of this animal, which was an aberrant ape. It lived in the Pleistocene, too late to be our ancestor.
An even more famous and fabulous animal is the Yeti, or Abominable Snowman. His tracks have been found in snow and mud in the Himalayas, and he has been reported as far north as Mongolia. Eyewitnesses have described him as tall, two-legged, tawny-coated, maned, big-muzzled, and big-toothed. Several expeditions to Nepal and Soviet Central Asia have failed to find this elusive animal, whose numerous tracks are so far unique.
Even if it turns out to be a primate it is more likely to be a survival of Gigantopithecus than an Australopithecine.”

From, The Story of Man
Carleton S. Coon, 1962

My Five Things…

List five things you do for fun.

It’s a cold Thursday afternoon and while I’m sitting reading along on WordPress I see the 5 things I do for fun.

My first thought is clearly scrolling through WordPress must be one of them. But this isn’t something I do daily. But the phone in general is one of the 5 things, if I’m not on this it’s one of the other many apps.

I try to start every day, even in winter months with a walk in the woods. When I get home it’s snuggling the dog, because he just gives me unconditional love and peace, he’s my best thing.

Other things I like to do are writing, especially poetry, but I also enjoy writing about different Fortean, nature and history subjects.

I love reading, so going to the library is a favorite winter hang out. And I also love taking my Cannon Rebel out with me on my adventures and snapping some pictures. I really enjoy the editing process as well.

In general I like to keep busy somehow mentally and physically, if the sun is shining outside though, the first thing I’ll always want to do is get outside. I’ll always that call of the wild…

Odd Things you Find in Nature…The Rainbow Eucalyptus

Have you ever encountered a tree so colorful and magnificent that it looks as though an artist’s painting just came to life?

No? Well, meet the Rainbow Eucalyptus tree. It’s a botanical wonder that adorns the natural world with its strikingly colorful bark.

Native to the Philippines, Indonesia, and Papua New Guinea, the Rainbow Eucalyptus is a true sight to behold . Its distinctive feature is its multi-colored bark, which changes hues as the tree sheds its outer layers. As the bark peels away, it reveals an array of colors—from bright green to blue, purple, orange, and maroon. This kaleidoscope effect is due to the varying stages of maturation and exposure of the bark to the elements.

While its appearance is captivating, the Rainbow Eucalyptus also plays a vital role in its native ecosystems. It thrives in tropical climates, often found near rivers and lakes. The tree can grow rapidly, reaching heights of over 200 feet. Its towering presence provides essential shade and habitat for various wildlife species and its leaves and bark are also used by natives for medicinal purposess.

If you’re like me, and your first thought was adding this living artwork to your backyard , there are a few things here to consider. This tree requires a warm, humid environment and ample space to grow. It’s not well-suited for colder climates, as it cannot withstand frost. Which means sadly I won’t be able to grow one. However, if you live somewhere with the right conditions, you can enjoy seeing this beauty in your own yard everyday. Seeds are easy to purchase online.

The Rainbow Eucalyptus is a reminder of nature’s own incredible beauty. As we continue to appreciate and protect these unique species, we ensure that future generations can marvel at their splendor too one day. Whether you’re a nature enthusiast or simply someone who appreciates the wonders of the natural world, the Rainbow Eucalyptus is sure to leave you an awe of its marvelous colors.

I wish I could enjoy having my cup of coffee each morning sitting in my favorite chair just staring at this tree.

Do you have a rainbow eucalyptus in your yard? Let me know, better yet, send me a photo, I’d love to see one!

Happy Thursday everyone!

Wolf Moon on Monday…

The Wolf Moon, the first full moon of January which shined down on us last night, carries with it a mystique that’s been woven into folklore and legends across cultures.

In Native American traditions, it is named after the hungry howls of wolves heard during the frigid winter months. These howls were thought to signify the wolves’ yearning for the sustenance and warmth that the cold, barren landscape lacked. This moon marked a period of hardship and endurance for both the wolves and the people who lived alongside them.

In other cultures, the Wolf Moon is associated with transformation and inner strength. Legends speak of mythical creatures that were said to roam under this luminous moon, including werewolves, who would shift from human to wolf under its silvery light. The eerie glow of the Wolf Moon was thought to awaken a primal instinct within, urging individuals to connect with their wild, untamed nature.

There are also tales of spiritual awakenings and mystical encounters happening beneath the Wolf Moon. It’s a time believed to be ripe for introspection, releasing old habits, and setting intentions for the year ahead. Some legends even suggest that the Wolf Moon opens a portal to the realm of spirits, allowing for communication between the earthly and the otherworldly.

It’s fascinating how a single celestial event can inspire such a rich tapestry of stories and beliefs!

And sadly, I apologize that I wasn’t able to publish this last night due to a teeny hiking injury, but, better late than never! 🌕🐺✨

Odd Things you may Find in Nature… Hair Ice

This is hair ice, it’s a rare type of ice formation where the presence of a type of fungus in rotting wood produces thin strands of ice which can resemble hair or cotton candy.

One of the first records of this ice was recorded by Alfred Wegener (who also discovered the continental drift) in 1918. He observed a strange ice forming only on wet dead wood and a theorized that a specific fungi must be the catalyst for the smooth, silky hairs of ice.

Hair ice forms on humid winter nights when the temperature is just below freezing. It’s most likely to form on dead alder branches.

Hair ice resembles hair or cotton candy. Hair ice is also known as frost flowers, frost beard, or ice wool. A fungus called Exidiopsis effusa is responsible for hair ice. The fungus produces thin threads of mycelium on branches, and hair ice grows on those branches.

Hair ice is not poisonous to touch, but it is also not edible. It’s a very rare occurrence, so if you’re lucky enough to see some on your morning walks too, please take some nice photos, and if you have time send one along to me, I’d love see and share them!

Sheriff the Dog…

Describe an item you were incredibly attached to as a youth. What became of it?

I thought I’d participate in a few of these January prompts for fun. So when I was little my dad won three stuffed animals at a carnival for me and both my sisters. I think he won the seal for me. Don’t quote me on that though.

My sister was given this dog with a cowboy hat on, a vest, and a sheriff’s badge. I really wanted that one and since I was the baby she gave it to me. I carried it everywhere, and slept with it every night. I named him sheriff and he was my bestie.

As I was getting older, and he was wearing out and losing stuffing, my mother kept attempting to throw him away and I kept pulling him out of the trash. At some point she won this game. I can picture her and my dad driving to the next town to bury him somewhere as I was always looking for him.

I never forgot about him. He got me through some hard times as I was a child who had health issues and needing many surgeries.

After talking about sheriff one night with my sisters over dinner, my sister went on a quest! As sheriff was a carnival stuffed animal it wasn’t an easy quest but she did it, she found him!

My sister called me up and told me a package was arriving one day and to call her back on FaceTime to open it. I literally couldn’t believe it, my sheriff was back home! My family is crazy I admit we do things like this all the time, but she went above and beyond to find him. And he sits on my bed yet again keeping me safe from all my monsters…

Hunter building deer stand reports Bigfoot sighting in Richland

“Baum, who was in the woods late in the afternoon with his stepfather to build the tree stand for future hunting use, said he immediately knew what he was seeing. Though it was late afternoon, it had been a bright, sunny day, he said.

In other words, the visibility was excellent in the area near Hanley and Woodville Roads, just east of I-71, especially with no leaves on the trees.”

You can read more about this encounter here;

https://www.richlandsource.com/2025/01/07/deer-hunting-treestand-reveals-alleged-bigfoot-sighting-in-richland-county/

Have you had a bigfoot, cryptid or paranormal experience you’d like to share?

Email me at sasysquatchgirl@gmail.com

Investigating the Bigfoot phenomenon by marrying traditional knowledge with science

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‘Bigfoot heard screaming and whooping’ in fifth sighting in the US

A witness visiting Connecticut from California reported that they heard what could have been Bigfoot, as they said the scream of the creature had ‘quite a bit of power behind it’.
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