We went to Ambleside in West Vancouver, B.C. for a family picnic yesterday.

I have lived in Vancouver 29 years and have been to Ambleside quite a number of times. I always felt it was a nice place to go. However, today I saw a different side to it - breath taking beauty and majesty! This made me feel gentle and more giving to my family and close ones.

What changed? It could be because I walked towards an area that I had never gone before. Or, it could be that I was more relaxed and open to take in the beauty?

I learned that when we venture into areas that we have never been before, we explore new things and new insights! Also, when we are more relaxed and open, we absorb deeper connections with our surroundings and become more giving and loving!

How about you? Do you go to places that you have never been before? Are you relaxed and open to your surroundings?