As an observer, I often feel I am not supposed to disrupt this peace. Yet, I selfishly want to take a part in it, so I continue to walk and take in all this beauty. Whenever I hear a bird’s call, I know I am also being watched. Birds tell you all you need to know: we are here, we see you, stay back. Respect that.

As the Sun began to set, the sky filled with beautiful colors, gently reflecting in the water. The bird sounds began to fade as they began to find their roosting spots. It was time to go.

Call me a dreamer, but the scenes of nature always give me hope that we all will protect what matters in the world around us.