I am not a typical "nature girl". I don't wear khaki and hike in the wilderness. I prefer indoor bathrooms and showers when we camp, and I can't swim. I tried taking a swimming class in college. The teacher felt so bad for me that she gave me a B, even though I didn't learn to swim. I suppose if I HAD to save myself or one of my kids it would all come back to me and I would be able to do it. But, on the surface I am not an "outdoors person". I do, however, love the wonder of nature. Seeing the beautiful variety in the flowers, butterflies and leaves is inspiring. When I was at my lowest after college; homesick, in a bad marriage and emotionally beat down, I could go to a quiet lake or a park and be at peace. I know we can debate forever on God and who He is to each of us, but I think if we put all the dogma and theology aside and just look at the wonder and beauty of nature we will get the most important answers inside of us. Being still and quiet is not easy. Our minds whirl with activity. Our emotions are up and down. If you are feeling overwhelmed and life just isn't making sense then take a minute to be outside. Go somewhere where you can smell the fresh air and see the trees. Sit on a bench or take a blanket, and sit on the grass. Close your eyes and just be still. Sometimes it's just a nice break from the stress of the day. Other times it may be the silence you need to find the answers, and help you make decisions. God doesn't speak in a thunderous voice like in the movies. Maybe He speaks in a still, quiet thought that comes to us when we are silent.   Brenda Hyde may be contacted at http://www.seedsofknowledge.com chuckbrendakids@worldnet.att.net. Click here to view more of their articles. Brenda Hyde is a work at home Mom of three, a freelance writer and editor. For more old fashioned recipes,crafts and free family newsletters visit http://oldfashionedholidays.com or http://seedsofknowledge.com