Red kite over Bern’s old town – magic pure!

I love those moments just like now – sitting on my balcony, looking into the sky, putting my face into those heart-warming spring-sunrays and just being – right here, right now! Such moments hold so much beauty and nice surprises – today, a red kite on the sky! Over the roofs of the old townContinue reading “Red kite over Bern’s old town – magic pure!”

rue de l’avenir – road to the future

Last Sunday, I ventured into a town called La Chaux-de-Fonds, the cradle of the Swiss watch production industry. It is cold and snowy, streets are empty. All shops, restaurants and cafés are closed. I seem to be the only person walking around and discovering a town with UNESCO status. I admit, yes, it is notContinue reading “rue de l’avenir – road to the future”

What’s in a word?

*Allegra! The “hello” of the small mountain village called Sent in the eastern part of Switzerland where they still speak the seldom language of Romansh. During my one-week stay, I adapted to these local circumstances, I started to greet in the streets with “Allegra”. This word was magic, I realised that it has something upliftingContinue reading “What’s in a word?”

Walking through the forests in awe

The forest is a wonderful place to recharge and gain new perspectives. It is a peaceful place. A place of magic. Fascinating. A place where many different trees and pkants and animals co-live and -create the space. I enjoy the forest moments. The woods inspire me. Get inspired, too! 🙂 Leaning on tree and lookingContinue reading “Walking through the forests in awe”

Monday morning inspiration

Over the past two years, I have started to pay more attention to the little things on my way, during walks and travels. And by doing so, I learned that when you start being more aware, you will notice that certain forms, shapes and symbols can be seen in many objects and be discovered inContinue reading “Monday morning inspiration”

About nature’s potential – A Sunday reflection

It’s Saturday and I walk through the Botanical Garden not far from my home. I always enjoy it. It is a peaceful place and also a place to discover and observe nature – trees, bushes, plants, flowers and animals. I come to a small little pond. It is almost empty, just a few brownish shortContinue reading “About nature’s potential – A Sunday reflection”

Walking to forests and viewpoints

This year was not about big hikes but filled with countless walks in the surroundings of my new place of living. Mainly, in search of nature, forests, rivers and viewpoints, I discovered many places and found some peaceful spots. Rivers: Regularly upstream and downstream river Aare and along the river Sense. Trees and forests: FromContinue reading “Walking to forests and viewpoints”

Discovering Bern

Moving to a new place always offers so much to discover. This year was full of moments of wondering around in the streets, parks and surroundings of Bern. Bern is charming. Many beautiful romantic nature spots such as the botanical garden, Elfenau/park cafe, Zehendermätteli, Gurten, Rosengarten, Münsterplattform, kleine Schanze, to name just a few fromContinue reading “Discovering Bern”