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Rivers have always drawn my attention as far back as I can remember.  Walking along a stream with wellington boots as a six-year-old, or more recently, the tangible joy of witnessing such glory; just a walk away.

Strolling along the banks of a river is a calming sensation; the gentle flow of water, reflections of blue sky, clouds, and trees.

Summertime and Autumn are the most spectacular, although Spring provides a delightful combination of pristine new green leaves, but not fully ‘clothed’.

‘Reflections provide space, a dimension deep below water as if another living format. Trees deep in water and when leafless, almost look as though walking along upside down as if aliens from an imaginary forestry planet.’

Observing reflections does tend to free the heart and mind to wander along with the river, under bridges, greeting majestic swans, gently acknowledging one’s presence with regal nods of approval. Swans do tend to swim with their ‘partners’ and signets as if a royal family in procession; the only thing missing being an iconic ‘royal wave’.

On a lucky day; an unforgettable sight;  swans take off as if graceful Concorde supersonic airliners; no noise except flapping wings touching the water;  magical reflections, remaining in the mind’s eye even when the swans have departed.

The river Itchen; poet Keats’ favorite river walk is certainly blessed with so much greenery and wildlife.

Each step tempts the walker to look in every direction; the flutter of ducks, a heron, quietly standing, waiting for what I do not know; perhaps a trout.

Walking for miles, silent except for the magical sounds of Mother Nature’s gift to humanity.

Only yesterday did I once again experience such tranquillity. Never forgotten and awaiting another stroll along the banks of peace and harmony.

Simon Lever
Simon Lever
Prior to his retirement, Simon engaged in software and services sector search and recruitment for American companies around Europe. He has retained the enjoyment of engaging with people from other countries and cultures. His energies are now directed towards voluntary community activities, journaling, and exhibition stewardship. He is a Featured Contributor for BizCatalyst 360°. As an Exhibition Steward, at the 1000-year-old Winchester Cathedral, he is responsible for guiding visitors from the world over, around the award-winning 'Kings and Scribes Exhibition', which includes the 900-year-old Winchester Bible. The exhibition introduces visitors to Winchester's historical significance as a former capital of England. Simon's journaling activities are published on BizCatalyst 360° and accompanying posts on LinkedIn, He acknowledges the inspiration afforded him by Carol Campos of Massachusetts: Life Strategist, Writer, and Intuitive Business Leader who introduced him to writing with feeling; from the heart. Simon's forté is creative writing; the accent on the natural environment, transforming feelings, emotions, sights, sounds, and scents of Mother Nature's landscape; hills and rivers and woodland into words, transporting the reader to the locations. Essays include accounts of his life in former days. Instinctively writing in such a spontaneous manner, descriptions become life-like. His often emotionally charged writing, whether describing a surreal 'Son et Lumière' at the Grand Place in Brussels to experiences acquired during European business travel. Journaling and Exhibition Steward activities are his key sources of inspiration and creativity. Kindness is ever more important, where he is a promoter of Shelly Elsliger PPCC's 'Decide to be Kind' Campaign. Simon champions Positivity, Empathy, and Kindness and has been described as a 'Beacon of Positivity'.

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    • Thank you so much for your comment Larry. You are quite right. When walking through the countryside, especially wooded, graced with a variety of trees or avenues of trees, there is always something we have not noticed before. I sometimes look at the tops of trees and also the moss laden roots. Looking closely at the moss, it is as though there is another existence. For the moss looks like trees and bushes. At least you have to let the mid and heart go to witness it! Thanks again, Larry.

  1. Cynthia, that is most kind of you. There does appear to be a synergy of minds. I have so many photos of reflections in rivers and love turning them upside down, so the reflections of the trees look like the trees above the water. I’m either looking up at the treetops or at the river. Magical and surreal.
    Simon

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