Here in New England, many leaves have turned beautifully crimson and gold. The temperature is crisp, and many birds have begun to gather for their long trip down south.
Although it may seem like a season to cuddle up by the fire in your warm house, Autumn is a wonderful time for you to go outside and enjoy nature. How, you ask? Here are five powerful ways to enjoy nature in autumn: 1. Take a walk. Even if you live in the city, simply getting outside will bring you closer to nature. All you have to do is grab a hot cup of coffee, a camera (even on your phone), and step outside. Maybe find a local trail through the woods, or even take a short hike. As long as you are close to God’s creation, you will find something to enjoy. 2. Smell. Go outside and smell. Smell the leaves. Smell the treas. Try to find ten smells that make you think of autumn. 3. Take a drive. Get in the car, stop by Starbucks, and drive. As you drive, try to notice the brilliant colors in the trees by the road. Of course, pay attention to the road as well! 4. Decorate your house with autumn items. Go outside and try to find anything you would like to put in your house. Maybe some fall flowers, or some colorful leaves. If you can’t find anything around your house, go to the store and get some pumpkins, pine cones, or anything festive that catches your eye. 5. Get out your sketchbook. Even if you simply aren’t talented with art, give it another go. Grab a pencil and some watercolors and get outside. Try to find a tree with brilliantly colored leaves that you feel like you could sketch. Ready? Set? Go! Just draw what you see, not what you think you should see. Don’t draw a tree, draw the shapes in front of you. If you aren’t happy with the result, don’t be discouraged. Remember, your sketch doesn’t have to be perfect, just do your best and have fun with it! Of you practice these five things, you will find yourself enjoying these months of autumn, even if the weather isn’t ideal. I would love to hear what you think! Do you have anything you like to do in autumn that brings you closer to nature? Please share in the comments below.
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EBA
10/24/2017 10:19:05 am
I like the free advertising for Starbucks ;)
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