A day off allowed me to take time in the woods.
Respite is required for sanity these days.
The soothing sound of birds, and flowing water
can pull my mind into my present environment,
and leave behind the torments.
The bright bluebells, and woodland phlox bring color and cheer.
The swallowtails could be seen. Their colors vary.
There was a zebra swallowtail that I could see,
and it seemed to follow me for awhile.
I have only ever seen it in these particular woods.
Birds, turtles, and a long river snake were also observed.
The path I took had many rocks which required my mind's focus
to keep from falling.
The weather was pleasant. The day started sunny and as the day
wore on some clouds accumulated.
I ended my respite at the Great Falls.
Their sound carries their power to my ears.
A few herons could be seen perched on some jutting rocks
in the middle of the falls.
Nature in all its' glory sustains me.
I will return when respite is what I need.
movingforwardslowly 