“If there is magic on this planet, it is contained in water.”
The Immense Journey, 1957 Loren Eiseley
Water calls to me each summer. I walk and bike along the rivers of my city. I travel to rivers, lakes and oceans to wade and swim.
Some would say it is the summer heat that brings me to the water. That is so very true. It is also the peace water provides. When you look across an expanse of water, your mind quiets. Water is flat and wide and wondrous.
Being near the water is a sensory experience. Your skin feels cool and damp. The rippling sounds slow thought and calm worries. The smells can be a challenge, but then you inhale the fresh scent of mist, salt and dreams.
I remember taking our children to the water.
To cool off…
To rest…
To play…
We bring animals to the water.
And now, we are bringing our grandchildren to the water.
The magic of water is in its gifts.
The gift of life.
The joy of shared experiences.
The blessed peace.
Prairie Wisdom 
I feel the same way. I don’t just prefer to be near water. I need it. I always knew that I loved trees and mountains, but after living on the coast in SE Alaska, I’ve added water to my list of requirements.
Beautiful post! Thank you! ~ Sheila
Thanks Shelia, hope your trip is going well and I know you are by some water. Enjoy.
Loved the post and your great photos. My husband and I feel the same way each summer that we are at the lake…totally relaxing.
I have loved your posts and pictures about your lake. The beauty is indescribable.
Oh, I agree too, PW. River-, lake-, or ocean-shore, that’s where I want to be. I just got back from a lovely walk along the river. Peace.
Water draws us in, doesn’t it.
It is a great blessing to have clean water not just for drinking but for everything else. As a water woman myself this post hit home!
*anna
We are so very blessed to have an abundance of water. The challenge is to learn to respect it and conserve it.