Empty Bench in Shennandoha National Park
“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.
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Love it–the picture and my solitude!
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.
I agree. We do have similar tastes. Have Happy Thanksgiving.