April 16, 2024

N - Nature

 

Theme: Grief Work and Healing Journey



The week after my mom passed away, I went to Erna Nixon Park, a nature park with a nice, boarded pathway. I walked it with my dad and stepmom as a distraction, to get out of the house, and to be in nature.

Before I left, I sat down on a bench in a little tree nook and spoke out loud to my mom. I don't remember what I said. Maybe I apologized for my what I regretted and felt guilty about, as I had times before then and times after that. I might've just told her I loved her and missed her. Or I did a combination of all of that. Either way, what I said wasn't really important. What was important was that I spoke to her because I needed that.

I also took a bunch of pictures and posted a few photo dumps on Instagram. 


Like these:






The following month, I did it again, but by myself. I was able to take my time, enjoy the trees and the chirping sound of birds. I had also left behind a few ladybug rocks in honor of my mom.

See: L - Ladybug Rocks

It's a nice time out in nature and good exercise, so I decided then to make it a monthly date. Just me and Mother Nature. I did it, at least, until I started my new job.


Interesting Trees:





I am fascinated by things that grow on trees:








Gnome Doors:




A video I made of the towering trees along the path:



Haiku I wrote during my second visit:

Erna Nixon Park

Towering trees everywhere

Take a walk with me.


I also try to go to another local park to sit and be still. This is the tree I like to visit:





ALL A TO Z POSTS:

A - ASMR

B - Beach

C - Church

D - Donating

E - Epistle (Letter from Heaven)

F - Facebook Posts

G - Grief Share

H - Haiku Poetry

I - Imari

J - Job (New Job)

K - Kitchen Time

L - Ladybug Rocks #LadyBugRocksFL

M - Miracle Moments

N - Nature




10 comments:

  1. Being outside, particularly among trees, is therapeutic. I love trees.

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  2. Stay as close to nature as you can as long as you need to. I truly believe nature offers the calm we are all looking for and has the healing power our souls need. Hugs to you!

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  3. I completely agree with you, there is something special about nature. my favorite things to do is go for trail ride or nature walk, especially if i have a lot on my mind and need to work it out.

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    1. Going for a walk in nature is one of the best things we can do when we have something on our minds that need to get worked out.

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  4. Yes, it is definitely good to get out into nature sometimes. I'm glad it brings you solace.

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  5. Nature has a unique way to heal. Love the photos.

    Ronel visiting for N: My Languishing TBR: N
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