Nature is vast in its beauty. Yet sometimes we can overlook the wonderful gifts Mother Nature has provided for us. These 21 underappreciated gifts are easy to notice if we make the small effort to do so.
1. Flowers, Flowers, Flowers
There are hundreds of thousands of different kinds of flowers and all of them make the world a more beautiful place. Let us stop and smell the flowers.
2. Feet in the sand
GiphyNothing makes you feel more at one with nature than wiggling your toes in the sand.
3. Picnics in the spring
The best way to appreciate the gifts given to us by nature is to go outside and hold a feast.
4. Naps under the sun
The right balance of sunlight can have lots of mood-lifting benefits, so soak it all in.
5. Watching the clouds
Coming up with figures we see in the clouds will resurface those youthful vibes within all of us.
6. After-the-rain smell
GiphyI wish there was a perfume or cologne that smelled just as it does after the rain. Nothing is more soothing than it.
7. Walking barefoot on the grass
GiphyIt is such a relief to be shoes free. Just be careful to watch for the critters that live in the grass.
8. Water music
GiphyNature provides us its own orchestra. This includes but is not limited to waterfalls, ocean waves, rivers, creeks, and streams. All of them follow their own beat.
9. Chirping birds
GiphyTo accompany the orchestra of nature are its singers the chirping birds. Just like August Rush said "The music is all around us, all you have to do.. is listen."
10. Mood lighting
From the shining moon to streams of light through the leaves, nature provides the best mood lighting for any occasion.
11. Sandcastles and Snowmen
GiphyNature encourages us to use our imagination, which lead to the wonderful creation of sandcastles and snowmen.
12. Hiking
Whether you follow the trail or create your own, hiking makes you feel that nature is home.
13. Fireflies, Butterflies, Dragonflies
Thanks to nature we have found an inspiration to fly beyond our wildest dreams. Thank you to all the creatures that fly.
14. Crunching leaves
GiphyThere is no sound more satisfying than the crunch of leaves under your feet as you go for a walk in the park.
15. Puddle jumping
GiphyYou are never too old to enjoy a good puddle. The bigger the splash, the greater the fun.
16. Snowball fights
GiphyThe only time I will enjoy a battle is in a snowball fight because both sides always win.
17. Sun Showers
It is so rewarding for a sun shower to appear on a blazing hot day. It is Mother Nature's way of helping us to keep cool and still enjoy the sunshine.
18. Feeling the breeze
GiphyDeep peace and relaxation are always obtain when breathing in the fresh air of the cool breeze.
19. Apple picking
An apple a day keeps the doctor away. Thank you nature for being our source of nourishment and health.
20. Kite flying
GiphyThe connection of lightning and electricity where confirmed while flying a kite. But kites are also just a joy.
Overall, Mother Nature makes the world a better, happier, lovelier place to inhabit.
