When we say Yellowstone, what we really mean is breathtaking views. A location that unexpectedly feels like home. We were unaware of what our souls needed. How stillness permitted us to be one with ourselves. When we say Yellowstone, what really mean is we are here not just to witness an ecosystem, but to discover more about ourselves.

Each one of us made an agreement to put aside our worries, our stress, our disappointments; to take off the titles of teacher, mom, father, daughter, son, brother and sister. We agreed to become one with nature.

Binoculars? Huh, what’s that? A few people in our group knew how to use them, the rest needed a lesson. I, for one, was looking through them backwards. This has definitely been a learning experience. But Fred has turned the entire group into binocular pros and birdwatchers. We all will be taking this newfound hobby home.

As part of our birdwatching discovery, we were fortunate to see a golden eagle, red-tailed hawk, and an American kestrel. We watched the golden eagle add to its nest, with a baby eaglet sitting inside. Talk about a once and a lifetime experience!

It’s so amazing the different animals you are able to see while driving! Melissa is such a wonderful animal spotter! We have been able to see black bears, foxes, bison and a lot of other animals.

We experienced our first full day in Yellowstone. The elevation did not come to play with us (and most of us huffed and puffed on our uphill hike). However, our bodies are adjusting. We were blessed to see a rainbow 🌈  as we drove out of Lamar Valley at sunset. Oh, how we remember the promises.

Until the next post, we will leave you with this thought: “The energy I give is equal to the energy I provide which is equal to the legacy I leave.” ~T.S Jones