While I was at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge yesterday, I found serenity in the beautifully peaceful views the refuge offers in late winter.
Of course, I wanted to share these views because I believe that serenity is what many of us need right now.
Serenity at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge – Canon R7, handheld, f8, 1/640, ISO 1250, +0.7 EV, Canon EF 100-400mm II at 135mm, natural light
The first view was of mist rising from the calm waters of Reeve’s Slough at the refuge.
With the golden light of dawn touching the treetops and American Coots and ducks in the distance, I could feel the calm settle through me.
Sharing the view with someone who truly appreciates it made the moment even more special.
Wood Duck nest box at Reeve’s Slough – Canon R7, handheld, f8, 1/125, ISO 1250, Canon EF 100-400mm II at 227mm, natural light
The second view, also of Reeve’s Slough, shows a Wood Duck nest box near the shore with the bottomland hardwood forest behind it. The trees will soon leaf out, and the scenery will change.
Reeve’s Slough has always created a feeling of peace within me, even when I was facing the imminent loss of my mother in 2023. I only wish my mom could have visited this refuge before she died—I know she would have loved it.
Note: You may have seen a post about this image yesterday afternoon—sorry about that. I had a bad headache and meant to publish the photo to my galleries, but instead, I accidentally created a regular post. I shouldn’t work on my site when my head is hurting like it was.
Lower Scarborough Slough late winter view – Canon R7, handheld, f8, 1/4000, ISO 1250, Canon EF 100-400mm II at 200mm, natural light
This third view of the refuge from yesterday shows the Lower Scarborough Slough, with more coots, ducks, vultures, and, on the beaver lodge I wrote about six days ago, two Canada Geese.
All of these views make me feel that even with everything that is going on in our country—Life is good.
Mia
Click here to see more of my photos of Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge in Oklahoma plus facts and information about the refuge.
Not to sound too squishy…but a lot of your landscape photos, like these, give me the feeling that I’m actually there. Beautiful shots. Thanks Mia.
We could all use a little more serenity in our lives, especially these days. Lovely photos, Mia, thank you for sharing them
Serenity is also very welcome here, despite the vast ocean that separates us.
Thank you very much for sharing these beautiful and peaceful images.
Serenity is what we are all seeking these days ..world-round. Thank you for sharing. Glen