of a man among Giants

I cannot remember a time when I felt more at ease. Among these ancient trees in Redwoods National Park, I felt awe and warmth, though it was fifty degrees Fahrenheit and raining. From just after dawn to just before dark, I made a round trip from the road to the ocean, about an eight mile round trip. During that time, I did not run into or hear a single person. The only sounds were the dripping of rain from the canopy of trees, the gurgle of a stream here and there, and the chirping of birds. It may seem that this would be lonely and isolated, but for that whole day, I felt as ease and soothed. The importance of humans spending time in such areas once in a while should not be underestimated. I offer you some of the photos without further comment. They speak for themselves.

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