I can be a bit of a nature snob - believing that one has to drive 2 or 3 (or more) hours north of the city to see anything good at all. Sometimes I forget that we have beautiful spots close by to help quench the desire for trees, water and space - a place without people, cars, or noise. The "without people" task is a little difficult, but this early in the season, fairly early in the morning all you run into are joggers, bird watchers, and dog walkers. If this makes me sound like I don't like people it isn't true, but sometimes you just need to immerse yourself alone.. in nature. It soothes the soul and brings things into perspective. We are so small. The Universe so BIG. Our problems so small in the grand scheme of things. The Universe so ready to GUIDE us, so ready to show us how beautiful life can be when we open our eyes, minds and hearts.
Early yesterday morning I went to
Jack Darling Park which is only a ten minute drive from my house. It has a wonderful board walk that takes you through
Rattray Marsh. The marsh was alive with the sight and sounds of so many birds. One of my favourite sounds is that of the
Red Winged Blackbird. When I hear their call (along with the Robin) if it is sure sign to me that spring has arrived. Another favourite spot is
Mount Nemo (one of my favourite singers,
Sarah Harmer has been working hard to save the escarpment) and there is also
Bronte Provincial Park and
Rattlesnake Point. I must remember to stop being such nature snob and visit these places more often.
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| The beach at Jack Darling Park |
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| Blue water and grey stones |
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| This duck was fishing |
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| Pebbles on the beach |
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| Canada Geese |
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| Rattray Marsh |
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Crazy swarms of some kind of fly.
I am sure these make a good meal for the birds. |
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| Red winged blackbird |
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| Swan in the reeds |
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