environments is a series of albums created by Irv Teibel between 1969 and 1979. They are field recordings of natural sounds. The first album is a recording of ocean waves. In total, 11 albums were released between 1969 and 1979. You can purchase or listen to them on Bandcamp.

The first time I listened to this album I was listening to them in a old chapel, although I don’t remember which exact album it was.

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“Last year, my parents retired, moved across the state, and built a house. They didn’t want to ever worry about mowing the front yard, so, they seeded it with wildflowers. I recently visited them, and as I drove up to the house, I was met with the most brilliant carpet of sunny, yellow blooms.” — Sarah, Unicoi, Tennessee

left for work and made it on the train early. feeling worn out but I press on.

went on a short walk to clear my mind. Sophie Chin, a percussionist used this image for their website with a grain animation.

I hate crowds. It’s not like I fear them, I would just rather not be around them if I can help it. On the bus now, making my way home from work. Reminds me of going to college, taking the bus everywhere, never in a hurry. I would take the light rail, but there is a game today and there will be crowds.

my socks are falling down. a disconcerting feeling. here I am sitting on the new light rail train all the way to Redmond. so I sit feeling bored wearing my worn out jacket trying to think of something to pass the time. not as exciting as you might think.