Something I like about the region in which I live are the many walking trails.
Recently, I followed one that led through:
meadows of goldenrod,
asters,
clumps of sunshine,
and a touch of thistle.
One side path led down to the lake,
while another invited me to a wetland area.
There was also a portion of the trail that danced through the woods,
and under a grove of sumac.
Lending a smile to the day was this creature, hardly part of the natural habitat, but happily hugging a white pine tree in the conservation area.
There was a lot to see and appreciate in under 2 hours.
I appreciate your visit, as does the purple tree-hugger.
A grey day...
a walk in nature...
a heart full of appreciation...
♥ If you have time, please visit "Sunlit Sunday" while you're here. Thank you!
Warm Wishes to all,
Karen
Maybe the grey days are finally getting to me, but I had the urge to spend some time outside and allow the February breezes to blow the cobwebs from my brain.
I headed off to one of the local conservation areas, camera in hand, for some fresh air, a good walk and some photos.
For now, I'll show a few of the Black-capped Chickadees I spotted. I love their cheery "chick-a-dee-dee-dee" song. Even a non-birder like me can identify it!
The walk was time well spent.
I felt better for having taken it,
for getting a little exercise
and for listening to the tuneful birdsong.
Do you have a favourite way to clear your head?
I'd love to hear your ideas.
A Reminder: Sunlit Sunday will be ready for your links tomorrow at 7 pm (EST). I hope to see you then! Many thanks to those who have participated over the past five weeks.
As well as the
swan photos, in my previous post, I took these shots at a local conservation area.
The spreading branches of the first tree seem to be reaching out to embrace its surroundings. I'd like to be sitting on that strong, lower limb right now, dangling my feet. Some may argue that I'm past the age of tree climbing, but I can still feel 10 years old at times. Granted, I haven't actually climbed a tree this century...
Although I'd been happily swimming along, this weekend I felt a bit older than my years, stuck my head down, and didn't see all of the loveliness in my life. Such a foolish waste of time...
This duck, at least, was achieving something in this position!So,
here's to a new week, a sweet home, good friends, bloggers, brothers and others!
Next post, I'll be back in my garden. I hope you'll visit me there. Meanwhile, I truly love receiving your comments.
If you leave one, I'll be pleased to answer or visit your blog.
I linking with Mary at Little Red House for
"Mosaic Monday". Drop on over to her place for a visit.
Warm wishes,
Karen
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