Last night, as I drove home from spending the day with my grandson, I just had to pull over when these magnificent creatures crossed my path. I pulled over and gently walked closer and closer until I was about 10 feet away from the 4 of them. They didn’t seem to mind although they were definitely aware of my presence. I spoke softly to them as I took a few pictures and I thanked them for allowing me to share their space. It was just a nice way to begin my little adventure this weekend.
You see, I’m off for a few days to Chicago with a friend. Traveling with just my backpack, which I have never done before. I’m a bit of an overpacker…you never know what you might need, right!?
But this weekend is all about adventure and trying new things. It’s about living with grace and ease and about seeing the beauty in all things. That’s why I had to skimp on clothes…I had to make sure there was room in my backpack for my camera, lenses and all. Even though I don’t need a fancy camera to catch those special moments, it sure is nice. With my $80 ticket, no carry on bigger than the backpack is allowed. One of my goals this weekend, as well, is to have an adventure without spending an arm and a leg.
I’m so excited to see where this journey goes. Good or “bad”, it will be fun and filled with wonderful experiences because that’s how I choose to see it. Seeing beauty and living with grace is a choice. I can’t wait to share how it goes!
So what are you doing to live your life seeing the beauty and living with grace? Will you make the same choice?
Jennifer Richardson says
November 18, 2013 at 8:36 amYou inspire me so, brave Michele!
Well done. Your travels are a light
under my feet:)
-Jennifer
Michele Bergh says
November 18, 2013 at 12:09 pmIt was a wonderful trip and I can’t wait for my next adventure!!
Kelli Spencer says
November 15, 2013 at 12:32 pmOh, your picture of the deer is magnificent. I love them when they grace me with their presence in the yard. Life is indeed what we choose to make of it.
This weekend I am choosing to see all of creation in it’s finest!!
Have fun on your trip!!
Michele says
November 15, 2013 at 12:45 pmThey are quite special, aren’t they? I always feel so honored when they choose to appear.
Amy Putkonen says
November 13, 2013 at 6:24 amI cannot WAIT to hear about your adventures! 馃檪
Michele says
November 15, 2013 at 12:45 pmI can’t wait to share!!
Deborah Weber says
November 12, 2013 at 12:10 pmOh what an auspicious start to your weekend adventure! What gorgeous creatures. And yay you for the stretch into a backpack only weekend. I’m bettig you’ll end up loaded with so many pleasures and delights and memories and photos you’ll be glad you only have your pack to lug around. 馃槈 Enjoy!
Michele Bergh says
November 12, 2013 at 12:44 pmIt was so wonderful! Always nice to get away.
Belinda says
November 11, 2013 at 3:54 pmHey Michele! Sounds like your trip was a lot of fun! Good for you! 馃檪 I had a bit of a difficult week last week which I wrote about on the blog today. So, I have been looking for the beauty and the grace to move past some family issues which I found with the help of some divine guidance. In all things there really is magic, beauty, joy, lessons, and a higher way. Love you Michele!! <3
Michele Bergh says
November 12, 2013 at 12:45 pmI hope you are finding the beauty and grace you need today, Belinda. Love you too 馃檪