A Ride to Nowhere
During this time of pandemic, my husband and I sometimes
take car rides to nowhere to get us safely out of the house. We drive through
local places we haven’t explored yet, looking at the vegetation and the houses,
getting a general feeling for the area. Sometimes, if there aren’t any people
around, we’ll take a short walk through a nature setting and enjoy the
birdsongs that float out of the trees.
We recently came upon a local setting that was so peaceful,
we had to stop. A gently flowing lake
beckoned on this hot day. Gentle waves moved slowly in the breeze. It was a welcome
environment where we could, for the
moment, forget about what was going on in the world and take some deep,
rejuvenating breaths.
It’s necessary to balance personal needs with a broader
awareness of our safety and the safety of others. We would love to go to
museums and theaters and concerts but that is not yet feasible. So we do what
we can to find the positive in this difficult time; taking a ride to nowhere
helps.
Former monk Jay Shetty offers help on how to deal with this
pandemic:
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So true.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your rides, wherever they take you!
DeleteWhat a wonderful idea: a way to stay safe and yet get "out of our heads" and away from the news.
ReplyDeleteYou have so many wonderful possibilities for trips to nowhere out your way!
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