I hope you all enjoyed the long weekend and feel ready to tackle the (short!) week ahead. I have to admit, the last few weeks have not been the best for me. I’ve felt anxious, overwhelmed, and just not like myself lately. So, when a friend suggested taking some time out to get lost in a nature preserve for a while I was all ears.
I’ve talked about Target Rock National Wildlife Refuge on the blog before, but if you live on Long Island, you should check it out. The preserve is one of my favorites to stroll through. It’s so peaceful to walk along the trails, take a rest at one of the benches or overlooks, and eventually make your way down to the beach.
On this day in particular, it was just what I needed. The sounds of nature were calming — we came across lots of chipmunks crossing our path, and the oppressive heat seemed to melt away once we were under the cover of the trees. By the time we made it down to the beach, it was much cooler and there was a slight breeze. I brought a towel along with me so that I could take a nap by the water — and that was just what I did.
A warm summer-like day, the sound of the waves against the rocks, and the company of a good friend made this a very relaxing journey.
Where do you find peace when you need to unwind?
Wow, What a view. Love it
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What a gorgeous place to chill and enjoy nature! So glad you were able to get away and relax. My place to unwind is at my sister’s cottage where I was think weekend. Pure bliss!
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Thanks, Kathrine! It was a beautiful day to get lost in nature. Your sister’s cottage looked so relaxing. Loved your snaps on Instagram!
Ah I totally feel you about needing to unwind and recharge in nature. That always helps me too 🙂
I love getting out in nature, Dara! It’s a great way to unwind.
Looks gorgeous! I miss beaches, we kind of lack those here in Vegas haha. Hope you had a great MDW 🙂
Jamie
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Thanks, Jamie! I love my beaches. Hope you had a happy Memorial Day weekend, too!
This looks like so much fun! I love these kinds of trails –Hanna Lei
Thanks, Hanna! It was the perfect day for some hiking.
This sounds so fun and relaxing! So happy to hear you were able to unwind over the long weekend. I unplugged and did the same!
Heidi || Wishes & Reality
Thanks, Heidi! It was great to unplug over the long weekend. Glad you found some time to unwind, too!
I was absolutely dying over your gorgeous Snap and Instagram images of your weekend. It looks like it was so perfect on Long Island over the weekend and that you were able to take a much needed escape into nature.
Thanks, Kasie! The weather was perfect over the weekend. It really felt like summer. Hope you enjoyed the long weekend!
Beautiful photos!! Love this place!!
Xoxo,
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Thanks, Trang!