https://dailypost.wordpress.com/photo-challenges/it-is-easy-being-green/
I often go on hikes in the forest near my Villa. When I lived in the USA fast walks were part of my weekly exercise routine, but I can’t really say that is what I do here in Colombia. Walking in the forest consists of numerous stops just to take in the beauty I am encased in. Just recently while walking through dense forest I observed a woodpecker hammering a bamboo tree, a group of parrots took off when they saw me, then I watched as a beautiful hawk glided past me searching the green terrain for food. Babbling streams lift my spirit with the sounds of the rushing water, while I also take in the calls of all the birds in the surrounding foliage. Many I can’t see but know they are watching me on my silent journey in their jungle.
Studies show that living in nature and having access to the beauty of green views can do more for our stress level than any pill that can be prescribed. Light, sunshine, sounds, and the air of the outdoors can bring joy and peace to any person.
Hummings from Paradise 
Beautiful! Is it hot and humid there? I always walk way slower in hot, humid climates.
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No actually we have spring like weather year round here in the Valle del Cauca department of Colombia. The mountainous areas are cool, I start my hikes with a jacket on and usually tie around my waste about halfway through.
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That sounds wonderful! 🙂
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Beautiful shots that simply exude tranquility. 🙂
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Thank you! My life is tranquil, and peaceful. After working as a flight attendant for 30 years I enjoy my alone time. I really do. I never am bored nor wanting to be back in the traffic jams of modern life as we know it. I do enjoy visiting all cities and such…but give me my life in the forest any day.
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There is a Japanese expression you may appreciate: shinrin-yoku, or “forest bathing”
https://spiritinpolitics.wordpress.com/2014/08/14/shinrin-yoku-michigan/
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The house out in the green🌿 mountains looks amazing.
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I know I would love it there, your blogs are so very interesting. Thank you Michele. I hope you are finding some peace of mind each day…😄
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