The Canal Homes of Lake Simcoe

The Canal Homes of Lake Simcoe
Originally uploaded by MontaukRider.

One finds serenity in the strangest places. Often we find serenity in pastures, woods, or along a streambed at sunrise. Other times we find it in our own backyards, in our gardens, or in the simple act of observing a multi-hued sunset from a window seat.

I found serenity recently in a little cluster of lake homes along a canal on Lake Simcoe in Ontario. The waters were still and quiet.

The birds sang in hushed tones, wanting not to stir their neighbors.

Even the flowers held back their bouquet ever so slightly, as if to make the wandering traveler desire yet one more moment in their perfect presence.

Ah, it was a lovely spot on our little planet Earth, our Garden of Eden (if we would just let it be).

Good night moon.