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John Muir’s Divine Yosemite Conviction

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Oh, the wonders of it all…  ~Bette A. Stevens https://www.4writersandreaders.com

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yosemite (5 of 1) Dusk approaching Washburn Point ~d nelson

With thanks to one man’s
total conviction to conserve & protect,
we can find our faith
in being a small, but mindful part
of earth, sky & beyond’s grandeur .

The italicized words of John Muir
elegantly illustrate my photos, below.

Mirror Lake reflects as sun rises over Half Dome ~d nelson

How glorious a greeting the sun gives the mountains!

Stoneman meadow sun up ~d nelson

The clearest way into the Universe is through a forest wilderness.

I did not climb El Capitan ~d nelson

Keep close to Nature’s heart… and break clear away, once in awhile, and climb a mountain or spend a week in the woods. Wash your spirit clean.

Tenaya Creek taking off ~d nelson

When we try to pick out anything by itself, we find it hitched to everything else in the Universe.

Another glorious Sierra day in which…

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on 06/08/2019

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  1. DutchIl's avatar
    DutchIl said:
    08/16/2019 at 8:24 am

    Thank you for sharing!!.. wonderful pictures and thoughts!!.. reminds one of what one misses if one fails to look… 🙂

    “Life gives us brief moments with another, but sometimes in those brief moments we get memories that last a lifetime, So live that your memories will be part of your happiness.”

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    • Bette A. Stevens's avatar
      Bette A. Stevens said:
      08/16/2019 at 8:18 pm

      So glad you stopped by to enjoy David’s fabulous photos of Yosemite, Larry. Dan and I were there in the 1990s and had the opportunity to travel across the country by northern, southern and central routes. Glories abound even in our own back yard when we take the time to notice. ❤ Blessing, my friend…

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  2. Jennie's avatar
    Jennie said:
    08/07/2019 at 7:27 pm

    Just wonderful!

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  3. Ilsa Rey's avatar
    ParentingIsFunny said:
    07/10/2019 at 3:59 pm

    Wow. Gorgeous.

    Liked by 1 person

  4. Jina Bazzar's avatar
    Jina Bazzar said:
    06/24/2019 at 8:25 am

    “When we try to pick out anything by itself, we find it hitched to everything else in the Universe.”
    That’s so true!
    I’m heading off to read the rest of the post. Great share.

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  5. CARL R D'Agostino's avatar
    CARL R D'Agostino said:
    06/20/2019 at 2:33 pm

    Muir revealed much about America. Was close friend of Theodore Roosevelt.

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    • Bette A. Stevens's avatar
      Bette A. Stevens said:
      06/20/2019 at 8:12 pm

      He did indeed, Carl. We are grateful to two great men for the preservation of awe inspiring parks the public can enjoy. Thanks so much for stopping by for a visit and chat. 🙂

      Liked by 1 person

  6. AuthorJoePerroneJr's avatar
    AuthorJoePerroneJr said:
    06/15/2019 at 7:15 am

    Now you’re talking! If there is one place on earth that literally says, “God,” it’s Yosemite Valley. Thanks for sharing these amazing pictures. 🙂

    Liked by 1 person

  7. kevin cooper's avatar
    kevin cooper said:
    06/14/2019 at 11:33 am

    Those are outstanding photos, Bette. 🙂

    Liked by 1 person

  8. theresaly520's avatar
    theresaly520 said:
    06/12/2019 at 12:32 am

    So beautiful!💖

    Liked by 1 person

  9. D. Wallace Peach's avatar
    D. Wallace Peach said:
    06/10/2019 at 2:59 pm

    What a great post and beautiful photos, Bette. Thanks for sharing.

    Liked by 1 person

    • Bette A. Stevens's avatar
      Bette A. Stevens said:
      06/10/2019 at 7:29 pm

      Between the magnificent photography and wonderful quotes, we’ve been wowed! Dan and I visited Yosemite in 1994 and I was besotted by its beauty. Thanks so much for taking time to visit and for the note, Diana. My thoughts are with you on your journey. ❤

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  10. Jacqui Murray's avatar
    Jacqui Murray said:
    06/10/2019 at 12:56 pm

    Those are glorious pictures. I’ve seen much of this first-hand and these images do them credit.

    Liked by 1 person

  11. Author Jan Sikes's avatar
    Jan Sikes said:
    06/10/2019 at 10:58 am

    Incredible! We live on such a beautiful planet! Thanks for sharing, Bette!

    Liked by 1 person

  12. noelleg44's avatar
    noelleg44 said:
    06/10/2019 at 8:43 am

    Beautiful, inspiring photos. We went to Muir Woods the last time we were in SF – what a magical place!

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    • Bette A. Stevens's avatar
      Bette A. Stevens said:
      06/10/2019 at 7:59 pm

      Magical indeed, Noelle! We lived in CA from 1994-2001 and traveled the coast from San Diego to Canada. My early childhood was spent in San Jose and I have so many wonderful memories. America is a wonder from coast to coast. ❤ Our blessings abound! Have a beautiful week, my friend. xo

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  13. balroop singh's avatar
    balroop2013 said:
    06/09/2019 at 2:26 pm

    Yosemite is an experience in itself! Breathtaking images Bette, seem so professional. I have my own images of Yosemite but not that good! Thanks for sharing.

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    • Bette A. Stevens's avatar
      Bette A. Stevens said:
      06/09/2019 at 6:46 pm

      David (SmileCalm Blog) has blessed us with his magnificent photography taken at Yosemite recently. Had to share and so glad you stopped by to take them in… Our blessings abound! ❤

      Liked by 1 person

  14. Author, Sharon K Connell's avatar
    sharonkconnell said:
    06/09/2019 at 10:24 am

    How beautiful. Thanks for sharing it, Bette.

    Liked by 1 person

  15. markbierman's avatar
    markbierman said:
    06/09/2019 at 8:51 am

    Great post! Breath taking photos. We do live in a beautiful world! Thanks for sharing.

    Liked by 1 person

  16. DutchIl's avatar
    DutchIl said:
    06/09/2019 at 8:51 am

    Thank you for sharing your thoughts and pictures!.. nature is beautiful in its own way, even in ones backyard… 🙂

    Until we meet again;
    May dreams you hold dearest
    Be those which come true
    And the kindness you spread
    Keep returning to you.
    (Irish Saying)

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  17. smilecalm's avatar
    smilecalm said:
    06/09/2019 at 1:33 am

    smiling to your kind sharing, Bette, thanks!
    i’m happy knowing of your deep appreciation
    of that inspiring park, also/
    we very much enjoyed our holiday there
    just last week. the picture taking weather was a gift.
    i’ll wait to return until after the summer.
    may your day be well, david 🙂

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  18. Tea With Jennifer's avatar
    Tea With Jennifer said:
    06/08/2019 at 9:59 pm

    Breathtakingly beautiful Bette both in photos & verse! Thank you for that sweet interlude to a busy day!
    Bless you, ♥
    Jennifer

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  19. Jill Weatherholt's avatar
    Jill Weatherholt said:
    06/08/2019 at 5:20 pm

    Stunning images…thanks for sharing, Bette!

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  20. Sue Vincent's avatar
    Sue Vincent said:
    06/08/2019 at 4:18 pm

    What an amazing landscpe…

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    • Bette A. Stevens's avatar
      Bette A. Stevens said:
      06/08/2019 at 5:04 pm

      It’s breathtaking, Sue… Dan and I visited Yosemite National Park in 1991 and were overcome by it’s grandeur and beautify. Thanks for stopping by to check it out. ❤

      Like

      • Sue Vincent's avatar
        Sue Vincent said:
        06/08/2019 at 5:15 pm

        A Californian friend of mine, who loves our ancient hills, told us of Yosemite, saying that while England has a beauty that is on a human scale, Yosemite is on the scale of Divinity. I can see that.

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