2015-05-09 The Park

2015-05-09 The Park

Today was a very pleasant day.

I woke up on my balcony (because I decided it was a good idea to sleep ‘outside’ last night) covered in sun light this morning. Besides being very warm, I absolutely enjoyed waking up outside as I can say I have never slept like that before. A solid ‘first’ for me.

Waking up outside fueled my desire to spend the rest of the day outside as well (including now, as I write this sprawled across my balcony picnic-style). Last year, I felt like I severely underutilized the nice weather as I spent most of my days off asleep. This is because I spent most of my Friday and Saturday nights up until the sun was beginning to rise. This year, I know I want to experience more, and be more active on my days ‘off’.

So, today I ventured to the park along the Thames River. The river itself is not very nice, but it is water nonetheless. Upon arriving, I removed everything except my pants, and was able to just be. It was an incredibly authentic feeling. Left alone, in nature, to just observe and surrender to the calm.

This has allowed me to realize I need to spend more time outside, to experience more of the calm.

I also feel I would like to experience this with others. I picture it being a very nice way to socialize in a genuine environment. Also, I should bring food – because my stomach was not as impressed as my soul was.

Today was a pleasant day, and I was happy.

Who knew a little vitamin D and grass under my feet would turn me into a hippy!

I invite you to do the same. Grab some friends, head to some green space, and just be. Turn the cell phones off, take the socks off, sprawl out - immerse yourself into the moment.

Peace and Love, lol