Sometimes I think where is the right place to read an article. Because some texts are not just to be read at the desk. It is necessary to read them in a better place, in a calmer mood. There was an article that I had to read that day. So I asked myself this question: “Where can I read this article where I would enjoy it the most?”
The answer was actually very obvious. I wanted to go to one of the parks I like to walk. Then I thought I would continue reading by drinking coffee in one of my favorite cafes. So I made a small but very nice plan.
I went to the park first. Actually, I didn't go out for a very long and serious walk that day. I wanted to get more fresh air, relax a little and take time for myself. I walked slowly on the roads of the park. The road through the trees, the greenery, the benches and the calm of the people were very good for me. Sometimes in places like this, people's hearts are really lighter.
Then I sat on one of my favorite benches. I took my article out of my bag and started reading. That moment was very peaceful. There were trees on one side and a light wind on the other. People sometimes realize later how valuable such small moments are. I felt it while sitting on that bench. Even just sitting in a park and reading something can be good for a person's soul.
My first little guest came while I was reading. A bird came right close to me. I was very happy to see him. I felt as if he was accompanying me. I wanted to take a picture of you because I like to share moments like this. Then my second little guest came. This time a tiny ant was walking on my article. It was such a sweet and unexpected moment that I smiled. An article, a bench, a bird and an ant... In fact, the story of the day became beautiful with such small details.
After a while, the weather started to cool down a little. So I got up and continued walking. I saw kittens this time before leaving the park. I think there were five or six, but I was able to photograph three of them. They were so cute. Encountering animals on the street in Istanbul always gives me a special joy. They were also a part of this little day.
Then I walked towards the cafe. One of my favorite features of this cafe is that you can choose which cup you want to drink your Turkish coffee in. This little detail seems very pleasant to me. Of course, I chose the swan cup. You can also see it in the photo, it looks really elegant and very beautiful. I bought a chocolate cookie with coffee. It was also very delicious.
When I sat in the cafe, I continued reading my article. That day, I read more than half of the article in these two beautiful places: first in the park, then in the cafe. I think sometimes you just need to find the right environment to work, read or think. The right environment opens both the mind and heart of the person.
I am currently writing this article at 6:30 in the morning, while watching outside on the balcony. I try to notice the little beauties in my life more. Looking at the sky, watching the clouds, seeing the sunrise, paying attention to a flower or a leaf... These may seem like very simple things, but they feel really good.
Good things don't always happen in life. We all sometimes get tired, sad or can't tell anyone what's going through our minds. But when I try to enjoy such small moments, the effect of bad things decreases a little. Maybe I don't forget, but I lighten it.
So I took these photos to share with you. I hope this little walk, this coffee and these beautiful guests will give you some peace of mind.
See you in a new article.