Circle B Bar Reserve

Going to this nature reserve was really a thrill for me. I was so excited to go and it was more than what I expected. Even though it wasn't bright and sunny outside, I still liked the ominous feel the cloudy skies and thunder in the background gave. I really enjoyed how we were able to get out and walk around the field and pick the grasses that were invasive to the rest of the vegetation. I also liked how we got to sit outside and read through "State of the Planet". It really brought it to life for me. Especially when some of the things he said like the wind whipping when it actually was outside was pretty cool. I think my favorite part, though, was when we got to walk around on our own and kind of meditate and just be aware of God's creation and how amazingly they work together. I enjoyed watching the fish the most try and swim up the small current, maneuvering their bodies through the moss and shrubbery. They just did it over and over again like it was new each time. From reading your notes on nature and poetry, I think I was finally able to slow down and actually slow down, be present in the moment, pay attention to things I wouldn't normally have done, have a sense of awe, and be aware of the loving spirit of God in plants and animals that we take for granted every day. And actually, going to this reserve has made me interested in wanting to look up and know different plants and animals that not many people know about. I had no idea this place even existed, but not that I do I definitely want to take advantage of it and visit and volunteer and bring others to hopefully enjoy and experience the things I did or something new.