Inner Strength

Find the inner strength required when confronting danger, difficulty or opposition. By: Cherie Carter-Scott, Ph.D.

We all encounter difficult situations as we go through life. The important thing is how we handle them, how we over-come obstacles & how we climb over emotional mountains. So, next time you are faced with a difficult situation, remember these words & this picture of ancient cedar trees. They've encountered years of physical stress and turmoil and still stand straight and tall. I hope that as you go through life, you'll find the inner strength to be like these cedar trees and emerge from difficult situations stronger and wiser for the experience.

This picture, which was modified somewhat with a Topaz filter, was taken at Cedar Grove Park in Montana. It is a beautiful place covered with ancient cedar trees. Vegetation is growing all over the forest floor, giving it a dream-like atmosphere. Trying to photograph the trees, however, was difficult due to the contrasty light pouring through the canopy. I took pictures at various settings and then merged them to get the best exposure possible. I hope you enjoy it.