Winter wonder

Every once in a while in nature, I experience a very euphoric moment that truly lowers my blood pressure and reminds me of why I adore the natural world. Just the other day I followed the footsteps of a fox during a winter hike and stumbled upon this partially frozen babbling brook. The flowing water cascades down this hill to a waterfall we visit frequently in the summertime. There was something about the tranquil sound of the water, framed by the sweeping pines dusted in snow, and the glimmer of winter sunlight peeking through the treetops that practically took my breath away. A reminder of how transcending the outdoor world can be.