Anne Sandler of Slow Shutter Speed, invites us to share what relaxes us; what gets us away from the stresses of daily life. Being out in nature is always my number one stress reliever. Whether playing outside in my Vancouver, Washington gardens (most people call it yard work), or taking my beagles on a walk (even in the rain), being out in the natural world helps me restore balance.

After a week of rain on the Long Beach Peninsula WA, including 3 days under an atmospheric river, today the sun blessed our little corner of the world. To celebrate, I took Max and Daisy (and my camera!) on a field trip to enjoy a leisurely walk and sniff along the Martha Jordan Birding Trail, part of Leadbetter Point State Park, north of Ocean Park, WA.

Thanks to Anne for an opportunity to remember to “smell the roses”!

On your walk with life, please honor our earth, encourage dignity and share kindness. 🐾