Strange Skylines . . .
Last month, I spent a lot of time in Fargo/Moorhead where the skyline is quite different from my woodsy one. The flatness of the area, more buildings than trees … are not the normal daily sights for me.
Being in nature keeps me sane and somewhat at peace inside. Therefore, with all the family medical and life stresses taking place while I was there and hours sitting in hospital rooms, I needed to find nature to de-stress more than ever. I went to a nearby river park in search of the peace I find in my woodsy home.
At first glance, I was really disappointed. I could see nothing that was going to be a natural place I could relate to. Dry, browned grass and flowers, a few small trees without leaves, a brown cold rushing river with dead tree trunks floating in it … as well as the sounds of traffic and trains. I could easily picture this park engulfed in water during the Spring floods that take place in Fargo every year. It had the “death” side of Fall look to it. However, like most things in life, you have to take the time to look more closely to find the bright side of things.
“In every walk with nature one receives far more than one seeks.” ~ John Muir
I have never been disappointed when I have taken the time to really look and I wasn’t this time, either.
** My unexpected find in this brown park .. natural words of inspiration (click for larger images)
Bear in Mind 
You’re words and photos always inspire me! I hope you’re life is getting somewhat back to normal now. Bear hugs to you!
Karen, thanks for the bear hug. 😉 Life is not really “normal”, but there is a lot less stress and worry … my mom is doing much better.
Looks as though someone else had the same feelings.
Yes I thought that, too … it is only a few blocks from the hospital and probably the only nearby place to get away. And, those stones are nice and heavy … I think they can survive the yearly river flooding in the Spring.
Yes, taking time to really look reveals many new majesties. Good point, bearyweather. Wishing you the best when life is filled with challenges…