Picking Fallen Pine Branches


No matter how many issues I have with living in New York City these days, I am extremely grateful that I live within walking distance of a Park...when I take advantage of it, of course...

:)

I also wanted to get some more pine to make medicines for my lungs. A win-Win situation. Practice with the new camera and Pine gathering...not to mention time outside. Very practical and a bit whimsical. Not bad :)

I stopped in the alley to put on my fingerless gloves and was ready. I can't tell you how right it felt to set out with my new coat, camera and those gloves...

As I neared the trees, I felt something give way inside of me. Like an internal sob of gratitude.

I do so love trees.

I'm actually surprised I didn't spend more time wandering. But it was enough.

I met a few lovely souls along the way (some covered in fur) and felt immensely soothed in body and spirit upon my return.

At one point I happened upon various birds going about their afternoon, like I wasn't even there. There were robins, a red cardinal and a woodpecker. It was such a magical gift to stand there and be part of the landscape while they worked.

Then, after buying the milk, I went straight into the kitchen and spent the rest of the day and evening setting up some yogurt and various pine medicines. I even baked a bit.

And sang along to my iPod, of course.

Funny...the lungs seem fine enough after all that...and a nice bottle of Monster Ale ;)

Just goes to show you how much being out in nature alone can heal you. Or maybe it's simply living an authentic life. Hmmm...



My ultimate destination

XO

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