Research Day

Just a few lines whilst I have the morning coffee. Will be heading out to the ecological perserve in a bit for this weekend's preliminary round of research, about which I am more excited than usual. Not necessarily for the research itself; mainly for the theraputic effect of being surrounded by nature for a couple hours. Observing deeply the interactions of nature is an exercise that's almost meditative. It certainly has a restorative effect upon my wellbeing. It provides this opportunity to slow down, take a deep breath, and realize clearly the artificiality of daily life, those stess-causing hurdles we set up and those silly things we incorrectly view as critical to happiness. With a little critical observation, thought, and understanding so much becomes clear.