(baby backpack, walking sticks, vintage picnic basket and blanket....) As soon as I got my driver's license, my sunroof came off and with map in hand, would explore all the forest preserves in my area, and just beyond....which led to a greater appreciation for nature, life, and solitude.....
which eventually led me to pursue a degree in Environmental Science.....
(the most unique dragonflies were lying on the sun-soaked leaves lining the creek)A greater love for my now husband, altered my dreams and led to my current vocation as wife and mother.......however......my love for nature has never ceased........
(a grass path lined the creek, where the most amazing bird sounds were)Forest preserves are a great and free day trip.........times are financially tough no?......then pack those sandwiches - or grill at the park - and go take a dip in the creek, hear the birds, watch the wildlife, and enjoy nature at it's finest.......all for free...........
(a handmade dress for little one, hanging out to dry after a dip in the creek)
(I took over 293 photographs that day, so don't be surprised if you see more of the trip ;)
Just being in nature is so restorative. I love this post.
ReplyDeleteMy girls, grandkids and I love picnics and playing in the creek! I like hikes in the woods but I am sooo scared of creepy crawlys!!
ReplyDeleteI love the picture of the little dress too!!
Hope you guys had fun. Wish I coulda been there!!
Becky
What a lovely post, very fresh and summer filled! So here is my question, is there a way to keep bugs off of me and my darling toddler?? We have been having adventures in our back yard and the chiggers are just eating me ALIVE!
ReplyDeleteWe have several State Parks about an hour away. We make it a point to go every summer. The oys really look forward to it. They love spending time with Mom and Dad on a hikie and picnic. Thanks for sharing your trip. Love the dress color.
ReplyDeleteAh, yes. Nature IS so restorative. And mostly free;)
ReplyDeleteI often find a good walk about in the woods clears my head no matter what the season.
Wow Anne Marie,
ReplyDeleteOk, you know how I said before, that you remind me of my big sister?! You know the one with the alpaca farm. Karrie-Ann, is an environmental scienctist. She went to college in Vermont. Her office is in Boston, but she lives and works from her home in Maine. How weird is that? I wish we all lived closer. Thank God for cyberspace ;)
Dear Anne Marie,
ReplyDeleteLike you, I love nature! I am always amazed at God's incredible creation! I love to keep a nature journal of my findings. I only wish I could draw better! :)
The picnic scene is just beautiful... I love picnics! That dragonfly is very unique indeed! I love the photo of your long flowing skirt and sandaled feet nestled in the green grass. Oh, you must be enjoying the warmth of summer.
The dress you made for your little girl is pretty and looks so picturesque hanging out to dry on the the twig.
I look forward to seeing a lot more photos of your outing! You take such pretty pictures and share such sweet thoughts.
Love, Paula
Thanks for stopping by. You have a beautiful blog. Linda
ReplyDeleteWhat wonderful photographs!
ReplyDeleteXO,
Sheila :-)
we love going to the local parks and nature centers and just spending time hiking and listening and looking, night hikes are very wonderful too, listening to the owls and seeing the stars.And I could picnic everyday:-)
ReplyDeleteLove your pictures, that is one sweet litttle dress you made for your daughter, and I can alsmost feel the grass btween your toes in the one.
Dear Anne Marie,
ReplyDeleteThank you for coming by to visit my blog and inviting me to come visit yours!
I truly have enjoyed my visit here and I will be coming back soon!
Blessings!
~Nadine
My favorite thing to do when I was young was to take walks in the woods and build forts. I guess i'm kind of a tom-boy.
ReplyDeletePlease share more of you nature pics!!!
Carole
Gorgeous! We are huge fans of nature walks and wanderings around here.
ReplyDeletei think that you could be my bff!
ReplyDeletei have a degree in conservation biology but now stay home with my girls and teach them to appreciate nature with me!!!
chasity
Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful!!!
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