A colleague who also hikes asked me if there were any views when I told her about her about the Brian Tierney Preserve in Roxbury, Connecticut. Views. I had to think. "There are no vistas, no wide open spaces, but there are views," I said. Really, that's half of what hiking is to me: what I see. The other half is the breathing. Unlike visiting museums and historical sites, hiking makes me aware that I am a part of what is rather than an observer of what was. Moving the dancing light and shadows of a place like the Tierney Preserve, you dance, too, even as you climb.
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It's necessary to learn to really 'see' that which is close before seeking distant vistas:-)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful part of your world, Sandy, and your words are perfect as always -- perfect and so true! Have a lovely week! And dance some each day!
ReplyDeleteSylvia
That first photo makes it look like you were inside a cave looking out. It made me feel cool. The shade is what makes a hike pleasurable during summer.
ReplyDeleteA truly wonderful series and the third picture is very suggestive!
ReplyDelete:-)
fascinating showers
ReplyDeletemake that fascinating shadows...
ReplyDeletePoetic and beautiful post about the preserve.
ReplyDeleteyou sure said what i feel about hiking/walking. thanks.
ReplyDeleteYour words are so true, Sandy! I loved the movement, shadows, and patterns of this hike.
ReplyDeleteA most thought out post with beauty within your shots Sandy.
ReplyDeleteIt is a beautiful experience indeed!
ReplyDeleteHugs
SueAnn
We can miss much by looking too far ahead... those twigs and branches and shadows that get in the way can actually frame a wonderland.
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great series of pictures and wonderful thoughts to match.
ReplyDeleteThat's a great answer to give your colleague. And you've got a fine eye for capturing those views - this post could serve as a study of light patterns.
ReplyDeleteYou have got beautiful views here of the place.
ReplyDeleteYou're right -- it does have views. I like your definition of what hiking really consists of.
ReplyDeleteGreat pics.
ReplyDeleteI agree with you on hiking.
Sandy: Those are neat views at the park, quite the neat walk.
ReplyDeleteAnd they're all such awesome captures! Believe me. As to how you described the hike supplemented by these photos, I can tell you appreciate the outdoor. So rich in their own story.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your week,
Bram
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Beautiful shots, very serene. love the first and third one especially. Lovely.
ReplyDeleteIt's very lovely there even if there are no vistas. Sometimes a place like this makes me more aware of the macro world, which is also extremely interesting.
ReplyDeleteSuch a nice place to hike! Looks like you got into some really deep forest ! Hope you have a nice day!
ReplyDeleteVery suggestive pictures! Beautiful light and shadow effects.
ReplyDeleteagreed.
ReplyDeleteIt's like looking for treasure , walking among possibility.
Yes! the same reasons I like hiking! Are you in a cave in that first shot? Either way it's really cool, I feel so small!
ReplyDeleteSandy, well said! I will have to visit this place after I move back to the east coast!
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful truth.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful, Sandy. And oh so true. Getting out there makes us feel so connected.
ReplyDeleteThanks for being here.