So we are all dealing with a tremendous amount of stress! That is a given in this fast paced, crazy world of modern life! What I have noticed personally, though, is that no matter how pressured I feel, sitting down and watching a slide show of my favorite scenery photos on the laptop, gazing at a beautiful painting, or best of all, taking a walk on the beach or in the woods, calms me down. OK, the bills are not getting paid for those few minutes, the phone will soon be ringing off the hook again, some other crises will arise at any moment, but seeing the beauty of the natural world, this precious gift from God that we call home, puts everything in perspective. What is the real life? Is it this mixed up, man-made mess that we endure on a daily basis, or is it the simple, harmonious way of life that we were meant to enjoy? When we “tune in” to the more real path, through meditation on our purpose and place in this world, it is inevitable that we will find peace and inner happiness.

~Susanne