Never have I ever witnessed harmony in nature like the National Park in Pointe Reyes, California with this special girl named Christie. What a treat to have toured some of the most beautiful terrain in the United States, by foot. Elk, cow, chickens, sheep, oysters, wild birds, redwoods, cyprus, eucalyptus and the ocean all co-exist together, in one environment.

The early mornings felt like a cool, crisp fall day. By eleven, the weather blossomed into spring. Noon gave heat like a summer day and reversed by night-fall. I wasn’t expecting the great outdoors to be as amazing and vast. What a thrill.

No suits, make-up, hairspray, deadlines or analysis. No computers or cell service. Just us, the dogs and fresh air. Not a worry in the world. (Although, I DID wear my fancy, dangly earrings everyday with my denim.) Our entire focus was absorbed in the breathless views and occasionally discussing where to find the freshest, vegan dinner in Pointe Reyes.

The contrast of the East Coast was mind-blowing. What an amazing country we have in these United States.

Reminds me to appreciate every day. Red, white and blue.

What do you appreciate today?