Last weekend I finally got a chance to check out a local orchard and pick blackberries. It was a beautiful day to be out in sun, listening to the wind and the trees swaying and choosing the ripest, juiciest berries. It was a great opportunity to catch up with friends and an incredibly serene experience to be away from the city. To not hear cars or be in a crowded store or restaurant and not be distracted by typical urban priorities.
They had over 6,000 blackberry plants and we took our time picking fruit, talking and just enjoying the moment. It wasn't about the end result (which turned out to be 2 pounds of blackberries), it was about enjoying the process, the scenery and absorbing everything at once.
Sometimes when we stay indoors, even on a vacation, we miss out on the natural bliss nature provides. We sleep in and enjoy some television or leisure computer time, go to a store and shop but then you lose that opportunity to be outdoors and just be yourself and not be in hurry to get something done or go anywhere.
So my recommendation, with the beautiful summer season almost upon us, is to get outside when you can and get in touch with nature. You won't be disappointed and will be surprised how a little sunshine really does brighten anything else that may be weighing down the mind or distracting you from being in joy everyday.
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