What is it about the sound of a creek and a waterfall that is so soothing and spellbinding? This photo was taken a year ago when I went for a walk with a close friend. We walked along the shoreline of Okanagan Lake, and headed into Rotary Marsh Park, watching the birds and wild animals. When rounding a corner I found this most peaceful waterfall.
My friend who took me on the walk to this secluded area of the park is a Reiki master, and performs Healing Touch. She has spent many years helping people, either by volunteering or for a small fee. The Covid pandemic has changed that for her, and I doubt if she will ever get back to her work mostly because she is quite elderly.
The pandemic changed a lot of things for a lot of people. I have heard it referred to as “the great covid reset”. Priorities have shifted. Losing 2/3rds of my income for several months showed me that by making a few changes (e.g. staying home and not going out!) I can save enough money to accommodate the cut in income.
Walks like this were once a frequent occurrence for me. Growing up in a small town in the BC interior allowed me to explore nature easily and I recall hikes and time spent in the canoe and cycling trips all part of life. It happened daily in the summer and regularly throughout the year. When did I give this up? What is keeping me from revisiting the activity of frequent walks in nature at this time in my life?
Reflections 