Hiking along the road near the cabin in the northwoods, autumn’s golden leaves crunching below our feet as our four-legged companions gallop to their heart’s content … up north is my happy place.
Up North
It’s the place people go to escape,
a place made of cabins, pine trees and lakes.
But no matter how far you drive,
there’s no sign to say “You’ve arrived.”
So just follow your heart ‘til you find,
your special place that brings peace of mind.
As you breathe in the air and unwind,
your cares are all left behind.
It’s no mystery where the northwoods start.
When you’re “up north,”
you’ll know in your heart.– Suzanne Kindler, 1996
Ciao! ~ Kat
This post was in response to the Daily Post’s Weekly Photo Challenge. “Happy Place” is this week’s theme. Everyone is welcome to join in the Challenge; further details on how to participate and links to others’ responses are found here.
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12 responses to “Weekly Photo Challenge: Happy Place”
I absolutely love this! Incredible photo!
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Thanks much, Reyna — the pure bliss of dogs creates happy places in many settings!
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This is such a similar response to mine😊Great minds think alike Kat💕
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Great shot Kat – the feeling of exuberance come pouring thru; a sign of the best photos is their ability to convey emotion. Lovely post
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That is a high compliment, thanks, Tina!
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How far up north?
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“Up north” in northern Minnesota — good point, there are many different “up norths” depending on perspective!
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I can see why it is a very happy place, Kat! I love your four-legged hiking companions!
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This photo makes me happy too 🙂
Happy dogs… happy me!
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I love the sound of leaves under your boots as you hike…Such a great response to the photo challenge.
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Good to hear from you, Charlie! Thanks!
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I totally get the picture! It’s a happy place all around all the time. The dogs are great!
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