Being outdoors brings a kind of peace you don’t find anywhere else.
There’s something really calming about a misty day.
Sometimes it’s in the rustle of trees as the wind moves through them.
Other times, it’s the stillness of a lake,
or the soft ripple of water as ducks glide by.
Even clouds drifting slowly overhead can feel calming, like the sky itself is relaxing.
There’s a quiet peace that comes at night, when the moon hangs low and the world slows down. The noise of the day fades, and all that’s left is stillness and soft sky.
Being outdoors reminds me to slow down. Just me, the fresh air, and whatever the day decides to bring.
I am linking this to Lens Artist Photo Challenge with Egidio as this week’s host.
So lovely Teresa
Thanks Brian.
Really serene scenes, Teresa! I particulary like that pebbled beach.
Thanks Elka, glad you liked that scene.
Beautiful photos!
I can feel the serenity coming through in each one of them.
That last photo is magical.
Thanks Nes. That’s the view of the busy city on the other side but very serene from this side.
Gorgeous photos.
Thanks so much.
Beautiful, serene images! I love the moon over the water.
Thanks a lot for your thought.
Perfect peace.
Thanks a lot Margaret.
I’m with you on all of this. The peace and quiet of a canal as it winds its way through the countryside does it for me – ducks, swans, herons, sheep and cattle in the fields, birds in the trees, all seen and heard on walks along canal paths, or even from a boat sailing along at just four miles an hour as in my most recent weekend out.
I agree with you on serenity found in canals. Even when there’s a lot of people there’s still calmness.
That lakeshore looks beautiful and I also love the shot of the clouds over the mountains. You’ve highlighted some lovely serene places 🙂
Thanks Sarah and for sharing your thoughts.
Beautiful response Teresa – I agree on your points with each of your wonderful images.
Glad you liked it. Thanks so much for your wonderful comment, Tina.
Teresa, what a stunning post, post and text! You brought such strong points with each image and your words. The rustle of the trees, the calm waters, the reflections — all so beautiful!
When you think of it, these are the things that make us happy and calm. Thanks Egidio for the challenge.
You’re welcome.
So true! Beautiful photos 🙂
Thank you.
So true! Whenever I have an awful day, I head outdoors for a walk and things feel much better after a while. 😉
Same same. Thanks Pepper. 🩷
Nailed it, Teresa! I especially love your feature photo xx
Thanks Jo, especially the appreciation of the featured image.
A beautiful image and an important message Teresa. Lovely response to the week’s challenge.
Places like these make me think deeper about life. Thanks again Tina.
Great great photos, great commentary. Excellent.
Thanks a lot John, much appreciated.
Love your response, Teresa – it totally resonates with me in every single word and picture.
Thanks so much A-C. It is nice to hear that from you.
Wonderful post, Teresa. Nothing like the outdoors to bring peace within.
So true. Thanks for commenting Sofia.