Weekend Adventures In the Woods
Interesting animal encounters
Weekend Adventures in The Woods
I love to go on weekend adventures. Often, they involve spontaneous road trips to a mountain, lake, or forest where I can immerse in nature. I love to walk in silence — no music or podcasts. I consider it a walking meditation where all of my senses are fully engaged.
I love it when the universe sends me little messages, gifts really, like feathers and leaves or clouds in the shape of hearts. Even more remarkable are encounters with animals.
Squirrels & Chipmunks
In the forest, I am reminded of how small I am. It is humbling, particularly in the PNW with the giant pine trees. It is funny how loud and big the sound of a small squirrel or chipmunk can seem. Your mind immediately has you on the lookout for a bear when you hear the rustling of the leaves, and I can’t help but laugh when I see the cute tiny fellow scurry up a tree. Squirrels and chipmunks are fascinating to watch. I find them both adorable. Have you ever seen one that looks like it has something to say to you? I used to have a chipmunk who would…
