“The earth
has music for those who listen.”
― George Santayana
― George Santayana
I wholeheartedly agree with the quote above. Nature is something that has always
inspired me. I feel as though being in nature draws me closer to the Creator. I
know that we are children of God and therefore his most beloved and greatest
creation, but I would say that the world and its splendor is a pretty close
second. I have had amazing and one could say spiritual experiences out in nature.
Exploring new places and enjoying the beauty there is something I find very
thrilling and fulfilling.
One of my most memorable
journeys of exploration and discovery was this last summer up in Juneau,
Alaska. Never have I been anywhere so beautiful. I lived there for about 5
months and I never grew tired of the scenery. I wish I would have had the time
to just sit out in the woods, or on top of one of the mountains and just
embrace the smells, take in the musical sounds all around and enjoy the beauty
surrounding me.
Even though I
am no longer there I still have the images in my mind of the majestic mountains
covered in green furry trees and trickling waterfalls, the deep blue glaciers,
the smell of the ocean, and the sounds of the animals. I wish I could go back
and hopefully someday I will. But if it is not meant to be I will always
cherish the memories of my summer in Alaska.
