
Cool air fills the forest as a light mist settles across the land. Small streams form pushing the fallen leaves out of way. The rain settles out and the sun breaks through the clouds for a little while. It’s a great opportunity to get out on a pathway and leave the artificial life of T.V., internet and radio behind. The fragrance of the moss gently wafts from the wet ground and the birds fill the forest with happy chirps. On this trip they’re the only companions. In 9 weeks give or take the forest will slowly begin to open sleepy eyes. I’ve already seen a few green leaves peeking through the leaf litter like a small child opening one eye and then playing possum. They’ll pop up for a little while and then go back to sleep in the deep cold of February. One of them looks like Solomon’s Seal but I haven’t really checked it close yet. Last year’s fern fronds are still green and sprawled across their domain. Some of them are perched on top of rotten stumps and others cling to the top of large stones along with the moss. The rain begins to drizzle again but the mountain offers plenty of cover in the form of rocky ledges with shallow caves at the base. You can sit under them and just listen to rain. The tranquility of the solitude brings peace and the peace is fulfilling.
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I’m glad you enjoyed it. We all need to reset every day.
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I’ve been walking, trying to be out in the fresh air more every time I’m not busy with a class or client.
I’ve seen three eagles, and one beaver in the past few months.
I miss my outdoor life.
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We have an eagle or 2 on the Kanawha River. I saw it once but couldn’t get close enough for a decent photo.
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Couldn’t have agreed more!! Loved reading the post.
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Thank you very much Shivali.
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