Your first three sentences took my breath away for a different reason. They’re very true for many people, and I think that’s awful.

That our culture removes people from nature is, I believe, part of the reason the planet’s in the state it’s in today. Without a connection to something, why care about it?

As Jim Reed’s pictures and thoughts point out, nature is beautiful and intriguing even when its power is directed against our wishes, our flimsy buildings or our tiny beings. That’s why his work is so compelling. I think a sense of connection with nature, even if it begins with noticing the clouds floating by at lunchtime, can greatly enrich our lives.