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the gentle movement of water
a sweet balm to my spirit
good energy flowing
cleansing body and soul
water rippling, light reflecting,
birds singing, geese feeding
cyclists zooming, hikers strolling
sights and sounds of lakeside lullabies
bring gratitude for nature and my health
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I enjoyed another weekend hike at Lake Fayetteville, a city park on the north side of town that has hiking and biking trails along with canoe and kayak rentals. Thankfully, not many people were on the dirt hiking trail, offering me time to relax and refresh in nature. I’m extremely grateful for these pockets of nature, warm weather, and my good health to enjoy them.
May you find ways to nurture your body and spirit.
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Wow! Such beautiful art Brad.
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Thank you for the kind words Cindy! š
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I just love your blog posts, Brad. A perfect poem regarding nature and gratitude ā and then your magnificent photos of tree roots gracefully hanging on to life on the edge and of the lake and of the patches of fairy moss. Delightful. Thank you for taking this hike and then sharing it with the rest of us. We finally have cold (still no snow to speak of) winter weather today in MA…
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I’m grateful that you enjoy my posts and strolls in the woods Will. They’re vital for my well being and I’m grateful you can enjoy them as well. Maybe you’ll get to play in the snow soon!
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Love your description of the roots as much as I do the water. Looks like you are off to a wise, happy start on 2023 in gentle fashion so like you.
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Thank you for the rose-colored perspective Diana. It is so nice to have you back on WP. š
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Brilliant pictures Brad and such a beautiful poem. Nature is always at its best.
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Thank you Kamal.
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Always welcome dear Brad šš
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A beautiful spot you have there to immerse in. Thank you for sharing it with us and for your lovely poem, Brad. I can feel the refreshing energy and it’s nurturing effects you’re receiving. So wonderful! Really glad you are having nice weather and embracing the day!
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Thank you Tania. Your region looks more appealing, and I prefer warmer weather so I’ve learned to make the best of it here. š³
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What a gorgeous poem that flows beautifully and invokes a sense of serenity! ā¤
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Thank you Layla. I’m delighted you can share and feel the serenity. š
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“pockets of nature” – Lovely phrase! It’s nice to find those. š Beautiful photos and lines.
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Thank you Michele. Yes, it’s nice to have those pockets nearby. š
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I agree. Sanctuaries. š
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Agreed.
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Wonderful poem and your photos are so very beautiful. I just want to go there and just be.
As you say ” good energy flowing
cleansing body and soul”.
Thanks for this gem
miriam
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Thank you Miriam. I’m delighted that you could share in the good vibes. Let’s keep them flowing!
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Yes, let us. Nature will show the way.
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I can feel your whole body, mind and spirit relaxing and releasing all tensions! What a beautiful environment you have to enjoy and fancy you spotting the fairy garden! Love your heartwarming poem too. So glad you are following your heart and just enjoying being in life! Much love x
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Thank you for the beautiful reflections Barbara. Yes, it was a relaxing and nurturing moment revisited in the poem. To following our hearts. š
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I always enjoy your post, Brad. A perfect mixture of photography and sharing. I particularly liked the tree roots with a little moss on the water.
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Thank you Tara. I know you’re a fellow nature lover and am glad you can share in the enjoyment. Nature is beautiful and amazing.
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It sure is! Quite peaceful and healing.
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Love the expansive feeling and calmness ā¦ and the intricate detail of moss.thank you Brad ššš¼š
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Thank you Val. I love the detail and beauty in macro views. šš¼š
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Beautiful words and images Brad. Nothing like nature and being grateful to south the soul. Big hugs šā¤ļø
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Agreed Miriam. We share a love for nature’s soul food. šš
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There is nothing as refreshing to the spirit as a great walk in nature. Your poetry matches your great photos ~ especially the little fairy patches you found along the trail. Enjoy the day š
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Agreed about the refreshment of nature Randall. I’m glad you enjoyed the photos and poem. š
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Hi Brad, a fabulous and inspiring poem. Good health is everything.
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Thank you Robbie. Yes, health is a real gift, especially as we age.
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Your poem is so soothing to my soul and spirit Brad. Thanks for the beautiful pictures as well. I’m so delighted you are enjoying nature and healthy! The true gifts of a rich and joyful life! š
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Thank you Cindy. Yes, nature and health are two wonderful gifts for which I’m very grateful. š
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You’re so welcome Brad! ā£ļøš
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You’re so lucky to have such a beautiful place to bask in nature, Brad, and wise to take advantage of it. The photos and the poems that follow your walks are always filled with beauty and serenity. ā¤ ā¤
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Thank you Diana. Yes, I’m lucky and grateful to have parks nearby to enjoy nature.
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Thank you for sharing this experience, Brad. Sometimes I wish I could be in the big wild wilderness, but your vision reminds me that pockets of nature in city parks can be enough. I am thankful with you.
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I understand JoAnna, and have often wished for living more offgrid, surrounded by nature. Then I remember I’m not willing to do what that would require.
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Me, too. Here’s to finding balance!
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What a magically calm place! Love the first shot so muchāthe stillness of the water and the reflection of the log. You’ve made me long to visit the lake. Now I need the rain to stop!
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Nurturing with nature is the best! What gorgeous photos of the lake and nature. Thank you so much for sharing your piece of peace with us š
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Thank you. Yes, time in nature is so nurturing.
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š„° this is why I have horses. They always keep me around nature!
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Nice!
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Your words and photos are always so beautiful, Brad. Youāve inspired me to go for a walk and see if there are some flowers out there I can sniff right now. I hope you are enjoying your weekend, my friend. HNS š
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I’m touched that my post could inspire you Tanya. I wish I could give you a big hug in person! You are appreciated. š
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You always inspire me, Brad. Keep being you. Iām sending you a big-ass hug through the web! š¤š
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Thank you dear Tanya! š
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Thanks for sharing this poem and beautiful images. Let’s follow our blogs. Thanks Anita
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Thanks for the kind words Anita. I’ve been enjoying your photos and posts.
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Love your poetry and its imagery, Brad. And your photos are peaceful and healing.
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Thank you for the kind words Jane, especially since you’re a great photographer.
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“Lakeside Lullabies.” Your poem sooths my soul. Thanks for taking us with you. xo
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You’re most welcome Pam. I’m glad you could share in the peace.
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Great captures….I could feel the serenity!!
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I’m glad you and others could feel and share in the serenity!
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I came ways from this with the deep breath you did. Thank you.
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Thanks Donna. Breathe in, breathe out!
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In need of that these days š¤
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What a beautiful and serene post! The gentle movement of water is truly a sweet balm for the spirit. Your descriptions of the sights and sounds of lakeside lullabies are so vivid and evocative, it makes me feel like I’m right there with you, experiencing the serenity of nature. I am glad that you were able to have a relaxing and refreshing time on your hike at Lake Fayetteville, and being surrounded by such beauty and tranquility. I appreciate your gratitude for nature and your good health, it is truly something to be thankful for. Thanks for sharing your experience!
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Thank you for the kind words Idrees. I’m grateful that you could share in the experience of beauty and peace.
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Wonderful post.
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Thank you and welcome.
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Full of peace and tranquility, thank you Brad.
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You’re welcome Andrea. I’m delighted you could share in the tranquility.
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This is a very calming post.
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Thanks Kathy. Soak it up!
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