Stephen Hatch, M.A., is a contemplative thinker, photographer and writer. He lives as a sort of “monk in the world,” combining family life with meditation, silence, solitary time spent hiking and camping in the wilds, a simple lifestyle, and mindfulness. Stephen has taught in the Religious Studies Department at Naropa University, where he specializes in Christian Mysticism. He lives in Fort Collins, Colorado. For inspiring quotes and Nature photos, go to www.NaturePhoto-Quotes.com .