This haunting image is by Amy Stein whose work is further expounded upon here. She is a master at capturing that in-between dimension in which we find ourselves these days with regard to our relationship with the natural world, including animals. This photograph reminds me of the deer I often see in my neighborhood, scampering across suburban streets to avoid cars and doing it with increasing aplomb.

Just this morning, Phoebe and Sam came across a deer family grazing on the grounds of Bryn Mawr College, right out in the open, seemingly oblivious to the students who were wandering to class. Be assured, however, that the ruckus made by two golden retrievers roused them to their senses and they scampered away very quickly.

The boundaries between species continue to be redrawn, with the natural being drawn into some very unnatural circumstances, even as we struggle to find a way to preserve open space for everyone.

Check out Amy Stein's work. She has captured the dynamic perfectly.