I started the day with a couple of phone calls, followed by a trip out to a local reservoir to go boating with some friends. I could not have asked for a better, more rejuvenating day. I have not spent that much time outside in several weeks, and I am once again reminded of the deep Peace I feel when I am in nature.
At different times during the afternoon, I got in the water and just floated with my eyes closed, listening to the sounds around me; feeling grateful to be exactly where I was.
I’ve been struggling with a fair amount of pain in my knee, and not able to walk much, so I have felt a bit sluggish physically, and being in the water relieved me of some of that feeling. Also, the wind mixed with the sun against my face made me feel alive, open and happy.
I noticed that time seemed to fly by. I found conversation came easily to all of us, as did laughing from the belly. There was respect for each person’s physical abilities and limitations. Most of all though, there was love. Love of the outdoors, love for each other, love of life.
Is there somewhere in nature where you find Peace? How about someone you enjoy sharing it with? What about it is so special? And how will you bring more of it into your life?
Imagining you floating feels freeing to me. Wish I could have joined you there. Mother Nature is always waiting for us to come and relax into her.
Your words are beautiful, Honey. Thank you.