Rebecca’s Second Venture

Today, instead of going to my spot, I went with Nathan to his spot. We walked through the woods together, along with Steven, and adventured near a creek and some fallen trees. Nathan was determined to make me enjoy nature more, and I think he partially succeeded.
   The woods are peaceful and serene, but also dirty and rarely fully comfortable. It’s pretty common knowledge that I’m not a huge fan of dirt and grime. Maybe I should learn to find peace in nature, to work with it instead of against it, to love nature. But will I ever truly love nature? Does loving nature even provide me with any benefit? The planet, sure, but I’m not focused on the planet. I’m focused on my peers, on loving the people around me, on human interactions.
   I remember when I was a kid, there was a creek near my house that we would walk to and play and explore for hours. My reverie with Nathan today reminded me of that a bit, just walking up and down the banks. I remember being so small that 5 foot high banks seemed massive, towering above me. Now when I visit creeks they’re a little bit underwhelming. Maybe I should listen to Nathan, heed nature’s call, look out to the world with wonder again.
   There’s always next week.

The creek.

A small waterfall.