If you have been following me over the past year or so then you know how much I love being outdoors. I enjoy walking, hiking and cycling and I often choose to be outside on a stormy or
rainy day. In fact, I notice I am energized by strong winds or a snowfall. Mother Nature offers me challenge, solace and a sense of being connected to something bigger than me when I go and play outside.
This past weekend I discovered a new hiking trail near my home in Abbotsford. We explored it as a family on Good Friday and I was inspired by my grandchildren’s energy and playful spirits as we trekked along together. Then, I hiked it again the next day! This time was a quiet, reflective walk with my husband. I stopped often along the way to breathe in the smells of spring. I saw things I had missed the day before and I enjoyed taking pictures of the beauty around me.
As I followed the trail, I was struck by the feminine energy of nature. I have been learning about how to honour my feminine side and so I am looking for ways to do this, no matter where I am or what I an doing. What this means for me is that I am leaning into being okay with uncertainty.
Feminine energy embodies flow and surrender to what is next, rather than grasping for a specific outcome. It reminds me of my word ‘Play’. There is a willingness to be surprised and a curiosity as to what is around the next bend in the trail.
New growth is abundant signifying birth
There are hidden treasures in the messiness of last year’s undergrowth
Colours of every possible shade
Curves are everywhere in nature
Texture and flow in nature
Georgia O’Keefe would love this
Do you see her?
Have you experienced the feminine energy of Mother Nature today as you traveled with me along the hiking trail?
My desire is that you are inspired to get outdoors and connect with nature. I would love to hear what you do for your adventure. Share in the comments below or drop me a line. Let’s go play!
[disclaim]I am filled with excitement as I anticipate the Day Retreat I am hosting on April 29. Will you be joining me? There are some spots still available. If you are ready to recharge and have a day of play and connection, this is the place to be. Let me know if you are interested and let’s talk. [/disclaim]
8 Comments
Pam Paradee · April 20, 2017 at 8:45 am
Beautiful pictures, Marjorie. Thank you for the little nature respite in my day (in front of a computer inside an office). Love you, sister.
Marjorie · April 27, 2017 at 2:22 pm
Hi Pam, How fun to hear from you! I am happy that you had an energizing experience as you took a look at my photos. Nature is a beautiful respite, that is true. Love to you as well!
Margaret · April 20, 2017 at 9:57 am
Loved your article, Marjorie! I felt real inspiration in your writing. And the pictures are beautiful.
Marjorie · April 27, 2017 at 2:24 pm
Hi Margaret,
Thank you for your loving comments! I know that you love nature as much as I do, and I am happy that this post resonated with you. Much love to you.
Heaher · April 20, 2017 at 12:22 pm
Beautiful imagery, and images! Love the ‘woman’ in the rock. I certainly share your love of hiking and enjoying the outdoors….I wonder where I got it from 😉
Marjorie · April 27, 2017 at 2:26 pm
Ha, Ha…….I am glad you have come to enjoy hiking and being in nature, Heather! All those years of hiking as a family when you were young, have paid off…….and now you are taking your children along with us. So beautiful. I too love the ‘woman’ in the rock. I was so excited to meet her as I stopped to gaze at the beauty. Thanks for your loving comments. I love you!
Cathryn Lecorre · April 22, 2017 at 12:50 pm
Love your experience of nature exploring the feminine. I am inspired by the texture and flow, rounded edges and spaces between.
Marjorie · April 27, 2017 at 2:29 pm
Dear Cathryn,
What a beautiful way you have of describing the images. ‘Texture and flow, rounded edges and spaces between’. That is such an inspiring way of deepening into what I saw on that hike. Thank you for your sweet comments. much love to you, sister!