Playing Tourist

Many times living in a beautiful place we take it for granted and don't really enjoy what we have. That happens in our spiritual lives as well. We often forget the gift we have been given and don't utilize and appreciate it. Coming back from Humboldt County Lenore and I decided to take the Avenue of the Giants. It parallels Highway 101 so you still get to where you are going just as in life. The major difference is that it goes at a much slower, quieter pace and you really get to enjoy the most amazing sights up close and personal along the way. There are massive Redwood Groves, giant ferns and the meandering Eel River close by to keep you company. Plus there are plenty of pull outs for you to pull over and enjoy it which we did. Slow down and experience the beautiful gifts that God has given you and have a wonderful day. God's blessings, chris

Light in the Forest

Last night and this morning the forest has been filled with cloudy light. We had a small storm front come through yesterday that gave us a touch of rain and now it is slowly moving on eastward to the Sierras and then the Rockies.It gave us a sliver of a sunset. This morning the fog came in and that adds a whole new feel to the forest light.It gives me a wide variety of subjects to photograph without even having to leave my own yard.

God's precious love to all,

chris

Chamberlain Creek Falls

Today I traveled with my cousin Brian to Chamberalin Creek Falls. The falls are off of the beaten path west of Willits, California and then north a few miles on a gravel forest road off of Highway 20. As we descended down the trail to the falls we discovered the path was blocked by some rather large downed Redwood Trees. After a bit of exploration we discovered we could go up hill and under and then over two of the trees and then it was a short cross country jaunt for the rest of the trail. Some scrambling skills were required. It was well worth it as it was so beautful and peaceful to be in a Redwood grove next to a waterfall. A very serene spot. G

od's precious love and blessings to all, chris