tranquility – Ritva Sillanmäki Photography

When you feel the need for a spiritual renewal, adopt the captivating practice of going to bed early and waking with the sun. Picture the gentle embrace of morning light as it touches your skin, granting you a tranquil moment while the world stirs to life around you. This calm ‘connected’ sensation is akin to enchanting stardust that can brighten your whole day, regardless of how chaotic it may turn.

This week, we’re excited to have SH join us as our Guest Host and are reflecting on the importance of our cherished quiet moments.

I fondly recall summers spent at our summer house when my boys were young; those warm mornings were pure joy! I would sneak out before anyone else, relishing my little slice of paradise on the patio with a steaming cup of coffee. The birds would fill the air with their uplifting melodies, and the leaves would sway gently in the sweet breeze. It truly became a beautiful oasis of tranquility, where I could enjoy my thoughts, free from demands—just me and a blissful silence before my three preteen whirlwinds burst onto the scene, ready for adventure. Those precious quiet hours were my secret strength, and let me tell you, finding joy in the delightful chaos was essential. After all, if you can embrace a morning of refreshing solitude, you can conquer anything those boys decide to throw your way!”

A serene lakeside view with a wooden walkway leading to calm waters and lush greenery, perfect for quiet reflection.

Quiet hours, often represented through serene photographs, capture the essence of stillness and peace in various environments. An image of a tranquil sunset over a quiet neighborhood can evoke feelings of calm,

A serene moment by the water as dawn breaks, evoking tranquility and reflection.

A serene misty landscape showcases hay bales resting peacefully in a tranquil field, evoking a sense of calm and solitude at dawn.

In libraries, the focused expressions of individuals deeply immersed in their studies highlight the importance of silence for creative and intellectual pursuits.

A serene library space showcasing individuals engaged in quiet study, highlighting the importance of tranquility for academic pursuits.

So important to grasp the special moments in life. Sitting on the grass with my husband and listening to the Bag Pipes as they pronounce the ending of a great day was one that I plan to hold on to forever.

Churches can be depicted with sunlit rooms and soft shadows, conveying a sense of hope and recovery,

A serene moment of reflection in an empty church, embodying the tranquility of quiet hours.

While empty parks at dawn invite viewers to appreciate the beauty of solitude.

A peaceful park scene at dawn, showcasing a serene atmosphere under the canopy of trees with a bench nestled among the leaves.

illustrating empty street

A solitary figure braves a heavy downpour on a quiet, rain-soaked street, evoking a moment of stillness amidst the chaos of nature.

Each photograph can tell a story of tranquility, inviting onlookers to reflect on the significance of quiet hours in fostering community harmony and personal well-being.

To wrap up this week’s post, I want to extend my gratitude to SH for being our Guest Host and for introducing such a beautiful topic that will surely provide us all with moments of tranquility. Don’t forget to check out his original post here and use the Lens-Artists Tag so we can find your contributions. I appreciate Ann-Christine for her lovely post and everyone who participated in it.. Lastly, I hope you to join us next week as Egidio once again guides us through his Through Brazilian Eyes site. Until then keep on smiling.

By the way, it is vacation time for us! For the next four weeks, I am looking forward to spending my days in the hammock, savoring the warm summer days that have finally arrived in Finland. I can’t wait to soak up every moment of this blissful summer escape!