Today, I’m sharing a view and video of Charleston Lake shrouded in fog, with a Bald Eagle perched high in a tree. It was a beautiful start to the morning.

Bald Eagle in a fog on Charleston Lake Park, Franklin County, ArkansasBald Eagle in a fog on Charleston Lake Park – Canon R7, handheld, f9, 1/400, ISO 2000, Canon EF 100-400mm II at 400mm, natural light

I took a few photos of Bald Eagles in the distance, including the image above. I had high hopes that one of the eagles might fly close enough for high-quality, frame-filling shots, but that wasn’t meant to be.

Mostly, I was enchanted by the foggy views along the lake shore. It felt peaceful. It was peaceful.

I also recorded videos of the fog and the nearby birds, but the video below practically whispered to me that others might enjoy seeing it too.

If you’d enjoy viewing the video on YouTube, click here.

The lakeshore, with the Bald Eagle perched in a tree and Canada Geese flying past, still seemed grounded despite the dense, swirling fog. Other bird sounds included a Northern Flicker calling and a White-throated Sparrow near the end of the video.

I don’t know who else might need a few moments of nature, but after the past 10–11 days, I think I could watch this video over and over again simply because it relaxes me. There is only nature, and that is the calm I’ve needed.

Life is good.

Mia

Click here to see more of my Bald Eagle photos plus facts and information about this species.