One of the absolute joys of camping is waking up to the sights and sounds of a new day. Waking up to birds chirping, the wind in the trees, the sound of light rain and sunshine filtering through as a new day dawns. It’s awakening to all our senses.
Like a sensuous lover awakening to warmth, mornings are like a kiss from nature.
Waking up to a vibrant sky and a view like this makes me feel so grateful to be alive.
And this ….. a stroll down to the rock pools last weekend to welcome in a new day is like a caress to the soul.
It doesn’t matter whether I’m away or at home, an early morning walk down deserted country roads is a perfect start to the day. Like here in sleepy Maldon last month, enjoying the tranquility before the hustle and bustle of life begins.
Sometimes my walking buddy Harry is with me, keeping me company.
And sometimes I’m alone. Like at Hattah Lakes enjoying early morning reflections.
Sitting round a warm campfire, enjoying an early morning cuppa and waiting for the sun to work its magic is a perfect time to ponder life as we ease into a new day.
Of course after an early morning walk, we can’t miss the most important meal of the day!
By the time we’ve enjoyed a sumptuous hearty breakfast, usually cooked over the coals, we’re well and truly ready for another day in the great outdoors.
It’s a hard life but someone’s gotta do it!
Of course, we don’t need to be camping to enjoy the joys of a new morning.
In the comfort and warmth of our home we can savor the simple things in life. A hug from our loved ones, the sound of laughter as the house awakens, sun streaming through our window, a nuzzle from our pooch, a cup of steaming hot black tea …
The ordinary things that are around us every day that become the extraordinary when we view them with mindfulness and joy. The morning sky below is from my decking at home.
May we cherish every moment and every morning in our lives, may we always be open to the beauty around us and may we never take the simple pleasures for granted.
Keep smiling, stay safe and continue to enjoy the journey.
This is in response to The Daily Post Weekly Photo Challenge: Morning
A perfect morning 🙂
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Indeed, thanks Sanda.
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I love camping! The breakfasts surpass the normal ones we have at home. Yours looks scrumptious!
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Oh absolutely! Breakfasts are always a highlight …
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…mornings are like a kiss from nature…..lovely Miriam. Love the first two shots in particular.
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They’re my favorite too. Thanks Louise.
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what lovely photos Miriam!
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Thanks Arlene.
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Great shots!
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Thanks.
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I have not been camping since 2002! Ahhhhh! That is changing soon. I am buying new gear and a one man canoe and will start posting from the wilds of maine soon!
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Well, you’re way overdue for some camping! Enjoy. Look forward to reading your posts from the wilds of Maine. Soon.
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Beautiful pictures! I love early morning walks. 🙂
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Thanks Kat. Best way to start the day. 🙂
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Everything looks so perfect, I felt as though I was there, I could even smell the breakfast………maybe I should consider camping, have a great day
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Thanks Brooke! I must have turned the smell-ovision on, in WordPress! 🙂
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Absolutely gorgeous morning! Thanks for sharing.
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My pleasure Susie. Thanks for dropping by.
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“Mornings are like a kiss from nature.” I love this line! Thank you for another beautiful reflection on ordinary beauty, Miriam. I’ve haven’t been able to keep up with blogging as I would like to over the last few months, but I am grateful that whenever I return to your site, your wise words and beautiful pictures are here to remind me to be still and to appreciate the little things all around me.
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Hi Lulu, thanks so much for your kind words, it’s always so nice to see you here. Don’t worry about keeping up with the reading and blogging, I think we’re all in the same boat. It’s a fine balance between blogging and life and sometimes the latter just has to win out. Take care and hope all’s well in your world. xo
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All is well here! Thank you so much for your kind wishes and ever-gentle presences. It’s always a struggle not to get towed along in the busyness of life. I have this habit of telling myself, “I’m just extra busy this week because of x,y,z,” but I think that what I am finding is that the pace of work has just picked up in general, and I have to adjust my expectations. I can *choose* to play into the busyness of it all, or I can choose to step back from it, realize that I’ll never be caught up, and just do what I can. I’m doing a bit of a better job setting some priorities, and put self-care higher on that list. It’s definitely a learning curve, but maybe I’ll get there!
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That sounds like a good plan Lulu, stepping back and just do what you can, really it’s all any of us can do but we often get caught up in the busyness of it all. And feel the expectations and pressures, which mostly just come from ourselves. Keep it up my friend and keep looking after yourself. I need to take a leaf out of your book too. xo
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Great post, and great pictures as always. I love the morning – quite clean air , the stillness and beauty of nature even in an urban setting. I love the air, the silence and gentle walk to the station to go to work. Before the hustle and bustle – a silent air a silent world – ahh so lovely….
thanks for such a lovely post.
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So very true. It doesn’t matter where we are, we can always appreciate a quiet early morning walk. Thanks for your great comment. Have a lovely week.
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Great pictures. I showed them to my husband, he said, yes, it’s Australia! Sun rise is different than sunset. I could feel the fresh air and could smell the breakfast.
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Thanks so much, what a lovely comment. And yes, it’s most definitely Australia!
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We will go back again later. 🙂
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Beautiful ❤️
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Thanks Jess 🙂
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You’re welcome. How are you doing? How’s mum? Kissed her for me lately? 🙂
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Yesterday actually! We had Sunday lunch together. xo
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Awwww! Wish I had a chair next to yours on a Sunday!
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What a beautiful location in which to camp. You can keep the beans and eggs for breakfast though Miriam. 😦 They’re all yours. Recently, at my work, we had some guests come for our Naidoc celebration day. One of the young men spoke to the children about indigenous dancing and he said the birds sing in the early morning because they’re giving thanks to the sun for another beautiful day. Isn’t that a nice way of putting it.
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Absolutely! I love that, Carol, such a gorgeous way of putting it. Have a wonderful week ahead. xo
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We just bought a truck over the weekend so now we can pull out new camper! That seems reverse but we thought my SUV would pull it fine, but not so much. I’m excited to begin our adventures like we planned when we bought it. You continue to inspire me!
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Woo-hoo, congrats Amanda. Now, you have no excuses to hit the road! Enjoy. 🙂
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Ah how you take me back to happy youth spent on track and beach- just wonderful, thank you
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Glad I could bring back some happy memories for you. 🙂
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I wish I could wake up to mornings like that! What a joyful way to begin the day! You really show off well the treasures you get to behold. I can smell the clean, fresh air in your pictures, and feel the sweet stillness. *dreamysigh* ❤ Thank you for sharing that. It feels like being able to see a place I miss dearly. *hugs*
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Thanks Ness, happy I could share my little bit of the world with you. 🙂 Granted, I don’t wake up to views like that everyday. Wish I did, but then again maybe I wouldn’t appreciate them quite as much. Hugs xo
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I know what you mean. We don’t “see” what’s in front of us every day.
Here’s to appreciating the blessings when we come across them! *hugs*
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Absolutely! And they are around us, even when times are hard. Hope you’re well my dear friend. xo
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Oh I love this post. Mornings are so beautiful! I am not a morning person, but I had once a memorable morning at a beach in Sri Lanka listening to the ocean waves and thinking how beautiful life really is. 🙂
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Absolutely. Being by the ocean really does centre you. I love it. 🙂
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Miriam, such beautiful words with those wonderful shots of the sun. Loved the shot of the ‘most important meal of the day’. Mornings are filled with promise. You say it so well! 🙂
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Thanks so much Cheryl, high praise from you. 🙂
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Ah, so lovely. Wish I was sitting around that campfire with you!
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Thanks Marie. I wish I was back there myself! 🙂
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This is sublime.
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Thanks Louise.
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Wonderful sunrise photos, Miriam, and that breakfast looks delicious.
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Oh it was Ruth, best bit was hubby cooked it all! 🙂
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There is something that soothes your soul when you wake up and eat breakfast in the open air. I think it’s the space, the noises of nature and the pace. No phones, no deadlines, no worries 🙂
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You said it so well Nicky and I agree with you wholeheartedly, “no phones, no deadlines, no worries”
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Beautiful, Miriam. It was so funny to see the sun rising by the seaside. You know, I live in the west coast of Portugal, so I watch the sun set by the sea, not rise. Wonderful post 🙂
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Thank you. We live in an interesting world don’t we? 🙂
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Your photos are just beautiful, Miriam! They make me wish I was there, taking an early morning walk and really feeling the wonder of nature. Thank you!
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You’re most welcome Ann. Thank you.
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You’re so right, Miriam. Mornings are indeed like a kiss from nature. 🙂
And when you see scenery like in your photos, then you can say that mornings are a gift.
Hugs ❤
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Mornings are most certainly a gift. Lovely to see you Monica. Hope you’re well. xo 🙂
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I am very well, dear Miriam. Thank you! I am a little busy with a summer job 🙂
xoxo ❤
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That sounds good. Keeps you out of mischief!!! xox 🙂
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Nooo. I am a bad girl anyway.
Just kidding :))
xoxo ❤
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Such a beautiful reminder. That photo of the breakfast with the steam coming off everything is really great. 🙂
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I love that one too. And trust me Nikki, it tasted as good as it looked!
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Wonderful thoughts and shots about the morning. Loved the smoke of the early morning breakfast.
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I love that one too!
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Great photos! Love your blog and reading about your travels!
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Thank you, I’m so glad to hear that!
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Oh me, oh my! That’s a glorious morning with all that good food 🙂
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Yes, absolutely, the best! 😉
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How beautiful. Thank You.
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Glad you liked it. Thanks so much.
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