An Appreciative Pause: Recharging the Spirit in Nature's Embrace

Spending time traveling before having an important appointment can be a great way to unwind. Visiting a peaceful place can make your day truly pleasant. So, if you also have enough time to unwind before your important appointment , why not give yourself the gift of a nature trip? Let the beauty and serenity of the natural world wash over you, leaving you feeling refreshed , and ready for anything. It's the perfect way to balance preparation with peacefulness and to approach your responsibilities with renewed energy.  I had a chance to visit TCM again because my sister had a meeting that I was expected to attend in her place. The first announcement said the meeting would start at 2 pm, so I left to travel there at 1 pm. But while traveling, I saw a new announcement that our meeting had been moved to 3 pm. And since we were almost there, Niño and I decided to go to TCM first to relax, since he was the one who picked me up. So, let's go!   Passing by these magnificent, abundant trees lining the street was truly a great experience. They've grown so impressively, expanding like a flower slowly blooming in its ultimate beauty. The sight is genuinely fascinating! The way the branches reach out to form a dense canopy , creates a calm and almost magical atmosphere. It's a reminder of the simple , yet significant, beauty that nature offers , even in the midst of our everyday lives.    As we finally arrived, we sat down on the bench near where we parked the motorcycle. This was also the area where a tree had free Wi-Fi set up. I had only connected here maybe twice before, way back in high school, and only if there was something important to take care of. Otherwise, I preferred to look around and enjoy the captivating scenery.      I really couldn't resist taking pictures in this spot. If you saw this in person , I'm sure you'd also love it. I keep trying to capture the perfect angle, but I think I need to learn more about how to be good at photography—just kidding!    As I usually do , I always take pictures of myself wherever I am, so I took some selfies.   As the time for the meeting grew closer, I took a picture of my companion first, but I knew he wasn't into this kind of thing so I understood why he was posing like this 😅. Here's another thing. We were just about to leave when this insect suddenly landed on my shoulder. I know some people are afraid of them , but for me, I really love its green color. It seems like a piece of living nature 💚 . I deeply appreciate the vibe of the place , and I wanted to freeze this moment in time. While we were riding toward the school where the meeting would be held, I felt happy , with a renewed spirit and a more energetic vibe. Hope these snaps give you a little taste of the enchantment that I experienced. It was a gentle reminder of the beauty that exists in the world , if we only take the time to notice. Perhaps these images may bring a little of that peace to you. I hope you find joy in seeing them as much as I enjoyed being there.