Sunrise to sunset

As a new day begins another one ends, and what a privilege it is to get to witness the beauty of this everyday event. I have been a guide for many years now and one of my favourite things to watch is a sunrise and a sunset. None are the same and there is always a different beauty with each one.

On early morning drive it’s always great to get out there at first light just before sunrise and find a good high-rise position to sit in silence and watch a new day unfold. Birds are chirping, lions are roaring - it’s the sounds that capture before the sights. Then as the golden light hits the blades of grass everything around you is lit with signs of life.

For five minutes of silence and a little patience there is no doubt that you will be rewarded with serenity and a feeling that will give you the drive to see another day pass. It’s a gift to be able to witness such beauty every day - not only does it set the tone, it puts you in the right headspace for the day ahead.

As the day passes by it may feel like a long one or it might feel short, but if you finish it how you started it’ll end on a relaxing note with the sunset. The sunrises and sunsets change throughout the year with clouds, smoke on the horizon or rain in the air. I encourage you, wherever you are, to take the time to appreciate life on Earth and the privilege of being able to witness the sunrises and sunsets.