“Solitude is not something you must hope for in the future. Rather, it is a deepening of the present, and unless you look for it in the present you will never find it.”
Thomas Merton
As time has move on and my age has increased I joyfully welcome my times of solitude. We can create a place in our homes to sit in quiet solitude to start and end our days. With our busy and noisy world I also seek to find places outside the community of cities and towns. I can find these places in our parks, both local and national. To some this bench may seem lonely while shrouded by fog but it is offering rest to anyone who wishes to sit.
5 Comments
QPB
Love it–the picture and my solitude!
Wayne
One must seek solitude – so true. It is not hard to find some time away from other people and not that tough to find time of quiet, but true solitude? Solitude, to me, is for meditation – for pondering the meaning of the moment and the beauty of God’s generous creation. Such solitude can heal my spirit and calm my soul. But you are right . . . one must seek it.
Monte Stevens
I agree. We do have similar tastes. Have Happy Thanksgiving.
Phil
Solitude is a beautiful thing, the feeling of being at one with nature is in my opinion particularly important.
Making the connection with solitude and the natural environment keeps the soul refreshed and lifts the spirits. Solitude allows me to feel as though I have become a part of nature itself and become so engrossed in it that any troubles I had just melt away.
Thank you for sharing your insight.
Monte Stevens
And, thank you for visiting and leaving a comment. It seems the older I get the more quiet time and solitude I enjoy. And, when that is enjoyed in nature, it’s even better.