Sometimes we look at sights in nature but don't really see. While hiking in the woods the other day, it became a realization that we need to open our heart and eyes to see the beauty of the simple things in nature with each season. There is so much order and purpose in His creation. God has given us awesome beauty in this world to see and enjoy... if we would but stop to see and feel it. Join us as this blog is about stopping to see the real beauty around us...to touch and feel it... "Through the Lens".

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Tuesday, June 12, 2018

A Morning Hike

It seems winter hung on for as long as it possibly could!!  Just when you thought it was going to warm up...another chilly day!!  So finally, old man winter decided to give it up and just as many of us thought, we skipped most of spring and went right into summer!!            


But last week we had an unusually nice couple of days.  Really pleasant temperatures but best of all....no humidity.  In the south that is huge, wonderful, amazing and nothing short of a miracle!!!                   

Mike and I took advantage of the nicer cooler temperatures and decided to go for a hike in the woods.  Not a walk in the campground but a true hike!!  We used to hike a lot but recently we've been somewhat sidelined but we are now getting back in the groove.               

We chose one of the many hiking trails in the park and set off with our cameras to enjoy and have a great morning!!  It was a beautiful hike with such solitude...we had both forgotten how nice it is on a trail early in the morning!!  

I will just let the pictures tell the beauty!!  I hope you enjoy and thank you for stopping by to visit!!               


            
             
                     
                
         
This guy and a few other animals is all the wildlife we saw on this hike      

 "Lets take our hearts for a walk in the woods & listen to the magic whispers of the trees."    Anonymous 



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  1. Carol KJune 12, 2018 at 11:20 PM

    Just beautiful!

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  2. our awesome travelsJune 13, 2018 at 6:45 AM

    Sure is nice to get out and about on a hike through the forest.

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    1. HappytrailsJune 15, 2018 at 10:08 PM

      Thanks, we need to get out and take a daily walkabout as you do .

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  3. Debbie LaFleicheJune 13, 2018 at 9:14 AM

    I love the bright green. The walking paths look so peaceful and soul-enriching.

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    1. HappytrailsJune 15, 2018 at 10:09 PM

      They were peaceful and the paths do cleanse your soul.

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  4. Chuck and Anneke's RV travelsJune 13, 2018 at 9:35 PM

    Nice! I love hiking in the right conditions. Around here the bugs are a big drawback at the moment plus the high heat and humidity.

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    1. HappytrailsJune 15, 2018 at 10:06 PM

      The humidity coupled with the hear makes it rough for a hike, at least this hike was under much different temps and humidity.

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  5. Ruth HiebertJune 13, 2018 at 11:11 PM

    Oh this looks so wonderful.My hubby and I used to hike in the woods, but I can't seem to find the motivation to do it alone, so I'll just enjoy this hike through your eyes.Thanks so much for sharing the beauty of God's creation.

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    1. HappytrailsJune 15, 2018 at 10:11 PM

      From the pics you have shared I know you and your husband made many hiking outings...you may not be hiking now, but you still get out and take pics of the beauty of His creation that surrounds you.

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  6. Linda at To Behold The BeautyJune 13, 2018 at 11:37 PM

    The transition from winter to summer was very much like what you described here, too. I enjoyed your hike and the photos, especially the "wildlife." Doug and I have slowed down a lot on our hiking as well. We still enjoy it, but we look for those level trails now. ;)

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    1. HappytrailsJune 15, 2018 at 10:13 PM

      Level trails are good, the ones we like the most. In reading your blog, you and Doug still get out and enjoy God's creation and reflect on His love and order in nature.

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  7. horstJune 14, 2018 at 6:36 PM

    Nothing recharges the mind like a hike in the Forest, especially with a creek running through it....thanks for sharing...Horst sends

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  8. HappytrailsJune 15, 2018 at 10:15 PM

    Horst, you are so right, a walk in the woods refreshes your spirit. Thanks for your comments.

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