I have a treat for you today. Come and join me on my morning walk yesterday and escape for a few minutes from the hate, the anger, the despair, and the noise that we are all being pummelled with each and every day. I don’t know about you but my troubled soul needed a little healing and when the sun rose yesterday on freshly fallen snow with the mountains stark against the bluest of skies, I knew all I had to do was dress warmly, put on my boots and venture out into the crisp air and morning sunshine. I’m happy to say it worked.
It didn’t take long to enjoy every magical moment with everyone else who was out and about.
This gallery, which I have also made into a slide show, I hope will help sooth your soul too.
This next photo is for Cheri and her Weekly Photo Challenge: Shadow
As I came closer to the trees in Vanier Park I was greeted by a symphony of sound that made me stop in my tracks and listen for several minutes, joined by others who were equally as enthralled. Here is a short excerpt from my post entitled Birdsong for today’s Daily Prompt: Heard. If you feel like pausing for a minute or two and hearing more visit the post and listen to it all.
I hope this has made your day as much as it did mine.
thechangingpalette 
Beautifully captured photos, so soothing and mesmerising. Thanks for sharing ☺️
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Many thanks. My pleasure.
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May I recommend Thoreau’s essay “Walking”? A very thoughtful examination of the power of going for a walk. Thank you for posting. The birds were beautiful to listen to.
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Thanks Adam. I will definitely read it.
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Stunning photos.
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Many thanks. So happy that you enjoyed them.
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Winter Beauty! There is nothing like the song of a bird to restore and refresh the weary. These are beautiful, heartwarming images Andrew. I loved the ones too, with the people and their dog. Thanks. These were a lovely view on your corner of the world.
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It was very much a restorative day 😊
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fantastic!
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Absolutely gorgeous, Andrew! Great to see Vancouver from the other side of the water. Thank you for a much needed escape.
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Thanks Kelly. It was one of those special days in Vancouver when there is sun, snow and clear blue skies. Glad you enjoyed it. Best wishes 🙂
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Ooo, a treat is right! 😮 Marvellous!
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Thanks Manja
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Your photos are absolutely breathtaking, thanks for sharing.
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Thanks for your lovely comment Effie
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You are so right – we do need a tonic for the incessant bitter noise that is assaulting the senses like a grater to the heart. Your makes of this greedily beautiful place have certainly worked some magic for me. I am calmed. And I thank you.
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Couldn’t be happier to know this special place has calmed you too Osyth in these challenging times. Warmest wishes to you as always 🙂
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Yep, it made my day:)
Nature remains our best choice in all times. Nature heals and comforts. It is our home after all.
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Now you’ve made my day too Evelyne with your lovely comment 🙂
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It’s been years since I’ve been to Vanier Park; thanks for refreshing my memory. Nice post, shadows and all.
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Thanks Carto. It’s a very special place and on this magnificent morning it was simply magical 🙂
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Lovely!!! Made my day xxx
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Very nice!
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Many thanks
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