“A moment of both connection and of solitary reflection . Peaceful and freeing while also all encompassing .
Some playfulness among some along the shore while others contemplate quietly . A moment of release , of letting go of the trials and breathing slowly in our imaginings for a better way for all not just one . “
words and photo by
Barbara L.Chapman
As someone with wanderlust this week brought two lovely opportunities that fullfilled
that desire . One I created for myself a few days ago . I travelled west to the shores of the pacific ocean along the Olympic Peninsula . The other was yesterday and one that where I went in the other direction .. East over a mountain pass enjoying the sights of a beautiful National forest along the way . An event that my daughter was participating was the destination and a joy .
It is a type of freedom . And it is freeing for my mind , my spirit , the untethered soul . The air lighter , the old growth trees standing high and magnificent , an eagle soaring , hawks circling …the sight of an alpine lake whose color is so breathtakingly beautiful that it seems like a dream .
Two lane roads with a bounty of nature on both sides and then arriving . Catching glimpses of the ocean through tall pines as I walked down a winding trail to the shore . And at last . The waves rolling onto shore , the sea breezes , the sounds …deep , slow breath . Both peaceful and joyous . Dear wanderlust I a so very grateful that I gave you freedom this weekend .
The light arriving earlier now and lingering longer . Renewing , refreshing and inviting new inspirations for change .
Stellar Jay’s appear with their eye catching brilliant blue and the song birds delicate sounds float through the air .
A breezy chill in a symphony of sunlight both playful and hopeful eases the day into evening and a happy rest .
It was unexpected . As I walked along a well loved , urban path around a lake I paused . Delicate looking leaves sitting atop the water and the tree above reflected in a beautiful blue . The rich , inspiring colors and shapes all came together in order to create a story . I took a step towards the edge of the water and just slightly removed from the passerby’s . And for a moment was like a magical haven .
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