Every day I try to spend time counting my blessings. Even when things in life seem like a struggle, I can always sit down and find something I am grateful for. The truth is, if I open my eyes and look, I can find MANY things I am grateful for. The trick is to stop, breath, and listen. Prayer is talking to God, while meditation is listening. Both are equally important.
And so this year, we took a break from work to kick off the season of giving thanks with a trip to see Tim’s family in Arizona. We loaded up the car, headed over the mountains, and took the back roads to Phoenix. Ever since we saw “Wings over California” we’ve wanted to go to Death Valley National Park, and so this was the year we decided to finally do it. Since we were going to be so close, we knew a stop in Joshua Tree National Park was a must too. And yes, we did play U2 while we were there….don’t judge us!
And it was amazing. Uhhhhhmazing. Time away with the family, enjoying God’s beautiful creations, relaxing and unwinding, connecting with…everything, it was perfect.
I hope you are able to take some time to reflect during the craziness of the holiday season; because, it’s here. And taking a little time for you in the midst of the craziness makes all the difference, it really does.
Blessings.
These are amazing!
Incredible shots! Love the statement you made: “Prayer is talking to God, while meditation is listening.” I’m gonna use that haha.
So cool! Love all the different textures!
This place looks amazing. Love the light in some of them, really beautiful pictures.
amazing scenery! love that morning light.
Wow this is so beautiful, makes me really really want to visit!
Beautiful imagery. Love them. Great work and great landscapes. Compositions are pleasing.
love seeing personal work! these are so great! you all looked like you got to see some amazing locations and seemed to have a great time together!
I want to go there so badly! Thanks for sharing these amazing shots of just some of God’s handiwork. These images are so beautiful!
I always love to see your images and the ones from your personal travels take me along. Thank you Teresa, oh
and Happy Birthday!
Cool stuff; excellent details.