I find myself contemplating the idea of how the world can be so beautiful at times of war and distrust. For myself, nature has always been a way of seeing the peaceful and mostly untouched part of our beautiful planet. Whether its hiking, watching birds, soaking up the wonderful sounds of crickets at night, or just laying back in the grass and watching the stars, I've always felt a special connection with the wilderness like no other and it is truly special to me.