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Being One with Nature

Trail walk amidst nature

Sometimes, all you need is a long, long walk in the midst of nature to rejuvenate and feel refreshed. I have often heard that connecting with nature makes us forget all of our worries & fears and I do feel it’s true. Our recent trail walk was really blissful – although, I must admit some parts of the trail were a tad too steep for me 😀 But overall, it was such a peaceful experience being one with nature.

summer trail walk

hiking on trail

The most important thing to remember when going trekking/ hiking is to always stay hydrated. Oh and don’t forget to carry a small first aid kit with you, in case of any minor bruises/ scrapes. But most importantly, don’t forget to live in the moment and enjoy.

trail walk - lake

Trail walking amidst nature

So tell me, what is holding you back? Go and explore the simple pleasures of life!

27 Comments

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    Divya Deepak Rao

    July 14, 2016

    Beautiful read & a beautiful place! Where was this trail Shamira?

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      smilingnotes

      July 14, 2016

      Thanks Divya.. It was in Mahwah, NJ (approx 45 min drive from our place) Ramapo Valley Trail to be precise 🙂

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    anotherfoodieblogger

    July 15, 2016

    What a very pretty place!

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    youthfoodblog

    July 15, 2016

    I love that wonderful quote and the beautiful photos!

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    Sheryl

    July 15, 2016

    What a lovely spot for a hike! I feel more serene and relaxed just looking at these lovely pictures.

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      smilingnotes

      July 15, 2016

      Thank you so much, Sheryl..it was indeed such a relaxing day ?

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    shreyans

    July 19, 2016

    amazing pictures…

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    Diya

    July 21, 2016

    I love that quote! And such beautiful pictures 🙂

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    Shari

    July 21, 2016

    I really like that quote, Shamira! Your pictures are just beautiful. I can’t believe you live that close to such a pretty place to hike. Nature is very refreshing to me as well.

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      smilingnotes

      July 21, 2016

      Thanks a lot Shari! You know even I wasn’t aware that Such a beautiful trail was so close to me. It’s so funny how we sometimes fail to see the beauty around us.

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        The Untourists

        July 22, 2016

        What a beautiful place and love your thoughts. Is that a brown bear in the frame?

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          smilingnotes

          July 22, 2016

          Thanks a lot..glad you liked my post. Oh and that’s not a bear..that was a huge, furry dog (I’m sorry I’m not aware what breed it was) But yes, it does look like a bear from afar haha ?

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    I cherish that superb quote and the wonderful photographs Shamira!! I feel more quiet and loose simply taking a gander at these exquisite pictures.I can’t trust you experience that near such a beautiful spot to trek. Nature is extremely reviving to me too.

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      smilingnotes

      July 26, 2016

      I’m so glad you liked the photos 🙂 Nature is truly a blessing.

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    Looks beautiful.

    Haven’t been on a hike in a while. I prefer easy trails 🙂

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      smilingnotes

      July 23, 2016

      Thanks a lot! I prefer easy hikes too ? trust me, this trail wasn’t that difficult but still I was huffing and puffing ?

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    Deb

    July 24, 2016

    Beautiful pictures and quotes. Will be going to a hike along the creek next month so this was a wonderful read/reminder.

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    Liz

    July 25, 2016

    Thanks for sharing such great photos. I plan to self host too. I just don’t know how to do it. All the best!

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      smilingnotes

      July 25, 2016

      Thanks a lot Liz! I didn’t know how to do it too but I read a lot of posts on self hosting. They really helped me in understanding the process and I also took my husband’s help.

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    Karen

    July 28, 2016

    It looks like a peaceful place for a walk. Loved the saying at the beginning of your post, so very true.

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      smilingnotes

      July 28, 2016

      Thanks a lot Karen..it was indeed a peaceful walk in the midst of nature ?

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    Alok Singhal

    September 28, 2016

    And I am doing exactly this right now ?

    There is a small nature trail at my workplace…I often go there when I want to relax.

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      smilingnotes

      September 28, 2016

      Wow… a nature trail near the workplace! Sounds really awesome and relaxing!!

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