“The best remedy for those who are afraid, lonely or unhappy is to go outside, somewhere where they can be quite alone with the heavens, nature and God. Because only then does one feel that all is as it should be and that God wishes to see people happy, amidst the simple beauty of nature. As long as this exists, and it certainly always will, I know that then there will always be comfort for every sorrow, whatever the circumstances may be. And I firmly believe that nature brings solace in all troubles.”
Anne Frank, The Diary of a Young Girl
What wise words from a young girl in captivity.
Nature definitely soothes my soul. I watch for it. Just this morning while sipping my tea I notice a golden butterfly pass by my window and I wondered where that touch of beauty was headed and who else was going to be touched by seeing him.
I probably have shared this eagle before, but when ever I visit my sister-in-law I watch for eagles out her window. Most often I am not disappointed.
A field of mustard always grabs my heart with joy and memories of my childhood. I loved carrying my little cousins through mustard fields and seeing how the tall flowers just surrounded us with the glory of yellow blossoms.
And of course, California poppies make me smile because they remind me again of growing up in California. Aren't they just so cheerful?
What in nature makes you smile with a happy heart?
Sending love,
Marilyn
3 comments:
Those words from Anne Frank are remarkable given her age and situation. So much in nature makes me smile - waterfalls, roses and hydrangeas in my garden, birdsong waking me very early in the morning, and on and on. Wishing you a wonderful week, Marilyn.
What a lovely, thoughtful post. And Anne Frank -- she never ceases to amaze me when you think what that must be like. Happy Holiday week.
I haven't seen the California poppies at the creek yet, and I'm waiting. They have such a pretty orange color. You have sweet memories of your cousins and the mustard fields. That first picture is so lovely. And a wonderful quote by Anne Frank. My daughters saw the Anne Frank house when they traveled to Europe.
Happy first day of July, Marilyn.
~Sheri
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