Wednesday, September 4, 2013

Embracing the Unexpected

I started out the day wanting to catch up with everyone in Blogland . I have fallen a bit behind due to seasonal allergies and my daughter having strep throat. It never fails that as soon as school starts she becomes sick with some kind of virus going around. Now that the weather is cooler, and my allergies under control, I am back in blogging mode.

The reason it is now half way through the day and I am just now getting around to blogging is because of my boyfriend. Kelvin is a railroader and he just got in this morning. He called me wanting to know if I wanted to go to Okie Pinokie for a walk. Seeing as how our time together is precious  due to our work schedules, I jumped at the chance to go.

Okie Pinokie is a local wooded area with many trails. It lies next to a river and was once Native American ground. (It still is in my opinion.) Legend has it that the land is haunted. There are a few web sites dedicated to it. I have been going there for many years, including at night. Not once have I felt threatened or scared. For me it is a place to go hiking. Walking the many trails is great exercise and the scenery is enchanting.










I love how the sun filters through the trees in these two pictures.

















The fog hovering over the river in the first photo was better seen in person. The crane in the bottom photo was unexpected. I turned around to say something to Kelvin and I spotted him. He took off after I took his picture. Thanks for posing for me Mr. Crane.



















The two of us taking turns sitting in a make-shift corral for the trail riders and enjoying an after walk drink. Which is why we need to take these walks.






I am very happy that my day took an unexpected turn. I might be behind in what I wanted to accomplish today, but boy did I have fun. Thanks babe, for getting me out of the house.

Now that I have dinner started (green beans, potatoes and sausage, my daughters favorite) and my blog post written, I will be sure to visit your blogs throughout the rest of the day.


May you day be filled with unexpected blessings, Viv

24 comments:

  1. Missed you when you weren't here, but glad to see you are on the mend. These are beautiful pictures of a beautiful country. Thank you for sharing them with us. I used to love walking in the woods when I was growing up. You bring back fond memories.
    Mary

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    1. Hi Mary, Thank you. I am feeling a lot better. Hoping I stay that way. I'm happy I was able to stir up some good memories with my pictures.

      Much Love, Viv

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  2. This was a fabulous entry and brought a smile to me and my very tired brain and body. The photos were lovely and haunting and I could sense your joy. Here's to more unexpected days!
    :) Beth

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    1. Beth, I am so very happy that I brought a smile to you. You know you do the same to me.

      Love you bunches, Viv

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  3. Yay Viv, what a super beautiful post,you and your boyfriend look smashing together..you make a beautiful couple! Wowness..such stunning sceneries..mystical and magical and atmospheric..like poems of nature..love the crane...how special a gift!I also love the title of your post...perfect!
    Wishing you a sparkling rest of week..hope you are all feeling better now! HUgs
    Victoria

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    1. Hugs to you Victoria, Thank you so much. I love this man. He has been so good to me and my girls.

      There is something about being in Nature that just lifts the Spirits. We had to stop a few times so we could breathe in the sacredness of it all. I felt my soul take flight with the Crane. So beautiful.

      I'm thrilled you think the title is fitting. If you only knew....

      Many blessings, Viv

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  4. Aww... you and Kelvin are a gorgeous couple. He has such a kind face. Love all your pics, especially the second one down with the light streaming through the trees. Magical! :)

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    1. Hi Emma

      Thank you! He is a very kind man. Very good to my girls. The picture you are speaking of is my favorite as well. Yes... very magical.

      Blessings, Viv






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  5. ...greetings dear heart! ~ thank yoU! ~ for such an awesome share! ~ blessed be!...(O:

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    1. Good morning earthenmagic. You are very welcome.

      Blessings, Viv

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  6. Makes me miss home! Miss you to pieces! Great pictures. So serene! Love the new colors of the blog as well. They are perfect!

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    1. Good Morning Justen... I miss you too. We should take all the kids to Okie Pinokie next time you come for a visit. Maybe we can do a little ghost hunting after dark! Glad you like the colors!

      Love ya, Viv

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  7. I hope your daughter will get better soon and your allergies cease to bother you.
    Lovely pictures!
    That apple cider sounded great!

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    1. Thank you. We are both feeling much better. The cider was delicious.

      Blessing, Viv

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  8. Looks like you had a wonderful day! I hope your daughter feels better soon. Kelvin looks like a very nice man, so happy you found one another.
    Have a great day.
    Always, Queenie

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    1. Hi Queenie

      Congrats on your ribbons. My daughter is feeling well and Kelvin is a wonderful man. Thank you!

      Blessings, Viv

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  9. Wow, what a gorgeous place Okie Pinokie is! And, Kelvin is pretty handsome, too. ;) Love the photo of the two of you together. I hope your daughter feels better soon and your allergies stay under control.

    Blessings,

    Victoria

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    1. Hi Victoria

      Thanks! Isn't he though? I tell him that all the time.
      Okie Pinokie is one of my favorite places to go. Love looking for Bald Eagles while there.

      Hugs, Viv

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  10. What a beautiful place! Would love to walk there ;o) You and your man are so cute together! I love your smiles ;o) That dinner sounded yummy! Big Hugs my friend ;o)

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    1. Hi Stacy

      Thank you!! Dinner was great. Wish you could join me on the next walk.

      Hugs and love, Viv

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  11. Oh, I do hope both you and your daughter are feeling better and these images are just gorgeous! Lovely dinner as well. Yum! Mina

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    1. Hi Mina... Thanks so much. We are feeling much better now and dinner was delicious.

      Blessings, Viv

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  12. What lovely photos! I particularly enjoyed the play of light and shadows in the photos of the forest. Thank you for sharing.

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    1. good Morning Melly Mel. Thank you! The sunlight filtering through made for an enchanting walk.

      Thanks for stopping by.

      Blessings, Viv

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