A Walk in the Rain...With Camera and Galoshes

A cold, light rain was falling as I drove across the lake levee this afternoon. The temperature hovered in the low forties and the ground was soggy, but for some strange reason, I felt like taking a walk. I already had a warm jacket and a raincoat on as I drove in, but before I could take my walk, I thought it best to change my shoes, add my galoshes, and grab my camera. I took along a dish towel to help keep the camera dry.








As I walked down by the lake, ducks flew by in the distance. The sound of the rain falling on the lake was so relaxing. I took some close-up pictures of the moss on the trees, of water droplets on the leaves, and of the earth stars on the ground. I tried to capture good photos of the swallows darting over the surface of the lake and of the ducks as they rounded back over the tops of the trees. The birds proved too fast for me and my camera, but I had fun watching them anyway.








My neighbor's horse was making the rounds as well. I talked to the horse a bit, but he seemed more interested in munching on some tender green grass than saying hello to me. Only a few fish were stirring in the water and I suppose the turtles were also in hiding this evening.










For almost an hour, I tried to become an observer of the sights and sounds around me. I tried to set aside the cares of the day and take joy in finding a few signs of the coming spring. Green things are starting to appear on the ground and in the trees. The purple of the tiny wildflowers in the yard now covers an entire hillside. Much of the landscape is still brown, but if you look closely enough, the other colors are also there.


Eventually, the cold rain began to chill my fingers and toes to the point of discomfort, so I headed back to the house. It took quite some time before I felt warm again, but I am glad I decided to take the walk.

Whether you live in the country, in town, or in a city, take some time to enjoy your next walk in the rain. You might be surprised at the things you will see. Just remember to dress to stay dry and take shelter indoors if lightning is present. Best wishes and enjoy your day! :)

Finding humor in the moment

The other day, I was taking photos of birds on my back porch. I was lucky enough to take many photos as the little birds hopped up and down from the railing to the deck. At one point, the sun was in my eyes and the birds moved so quickly, I really couldn't tell what pictures I was getting. As I browsed through them later, I chuckled as I came upon this one.


It reminds me of the old question and answer of:

"How did you know that?"
"Well, a little bird told me..."

My thought for the day-find humor in the moment. Look for happiness each day. :)