Simple Things

Life is busy, hectic, and often we get so wrapped up in day-to-day events, so much so that we forget to take time to enjoy our own lives. Work is work and of course can bring happiness, a sense of achievement and of course the money to allow us to do the things we WANT to do. But, it's our time outside of work, when we do the things we chose to do, the things we

get the most enjoyment out of that gives our life quality and gives us happiness. Whether it is spending time doing nothing at all with family or friends, or sleeping in and getting up when we feel like it, or gazing up at the clouds in the sky and looking for shapes, the simplest things can enrich our mental state.

I have a few pictures from my summer, where I have been able to feel so good doing the most simple things. Exploring a new city (New York City on Labor Day weekend) with a good friend, seeing sites previously only seen on TV or movies,

I have also been able to spend time at a cottage north of the city, just basking in the sun, jumping into the lake from the dock, watching boaters cruise by with waterskiiers in toe or canoers paddle softly by. There is nothing like quiet times at the cottage when you can catch up with friends and can really know your friends.

The beach, one of my favorite places in the world. There's something about walking barefoot, waves lapping steadily on the shore, with the sun beating down down and warming up your skin. There is something soothing and calming about being on a beach.