Create A Connection To Nature

With the beautiful fall weather upon us, grab a scarf and a blanket and invite your activity partner to find a nice quiet place to connect with nature. This could be a nearby park, your backyard, walking trail, lake or even the beach.  As you are surrounded by nature, be mindful of what you hear, smell, see, and feel. Take a few minutes to enjoy the beauty. After you have spent several minutes outdoors, discuss with your activity partner how you feel. Do you feel relaxed? Does being in this particular setting bring back any memories from your past?  You can also explore the sounds of birds in the trees or textures of leaves, rocks, sand or pine cones. Relax and enjoy the many gifts of nature and each other’s company.