I totally agree that grasslands are vastly under appreciated, so thank you for recognizing their importance and beauty and for appreciating them. Do you know where in the world grass bouquets are a thing? That's so exciting, thank you so much for this valuable information!
@@RahelStadler I've lived in grassland areas for years and where I live in western Canada there are still places where they exist in an entirely natural state. They make for fabulous wandering with views of distant horizons and sightings of wild animals such as pronghorns can happen. Strangely this animal is a relative of the giraffe. As for the grass bouquets, I found out that they are usually made from pampas grass which originated in Brazil, Argentina and Chile. These are sold around the world to flower shops as bouquets or decorative grass from producers in various locations. It seems that the type of beloved grass such as in your video is not really used as bouquets, although I don't see why not.
You are so lucky to live in an area where glasslands still exist in their entirely natural state. I don't think I have ever been wandering in your kind of environment but it's sounds mind blowing! I picture it a bit like the tundra in Lappland or Alaska in terms of the vastness and views of distant horizons which you are describing. Thank you so much for extending my internal horizons in regards to the grass bouquets. I had no idea about the traditional grass bouquets in South America. It's so interesting.
@@RahelStadler To me all natural areas are special, so I value them wherever I find them. However, I was on Sãn Miguel last October and November and I decided this was the most beautiful place I had ever seen.
Very beautiful the vídeo, I like Açores' landscapes!!🙏🌲🌲🌅💐 Thanks by the words, the pictures and sharing with us these particular moments..!!🙏😔 Best wishes!! 🙏🌅😘🤗
We all have a special place that makes us happy. The foothills are beautiful here. You can see bears once in a while. Going down the path you never know what you will find. After fishing I clean my catch and Nancy gets the corn meal and eggs. The fish is put in the egg and then in the corn meal. They are baked until they are crisp.That is the best way to eat trout. Now with the hatchery near us the fish population will increase dramatically. Pico is beautiful. The smell of fresh air awakens the senses. Better is one day in your peaceful place than thousands elsewhere.
Hello. Yes, I did hike up to the top 6 years ago. I don't want to miss the experience but I found hiking down not very enjoyable. It was quite hard on the knees because there is just a lot of loose gravel.
Vielen Dank für dieses schöne Video! Immer wieder findest du neue Eindrücke dieser wunderbaren Insel. Ich zähle die Tage, bis ich auch dort sein werde. (kannst du mir verraten, auf welcher Seite des Vulkans diese Wiesen Landschaft ist? Ich möchte dort mal hingehen und einfach nur geniessen. Liebe Grüße Rahel und wie immer: pass auf dich auf!
Lieber Jörg, sehr sehr gerne. Ich freue mich, dass ich dich, obwohl du die Insel kennst, mit neuen Eindrücken bereichern kann. Ich möchte lieber nicht Details zu dem Standpunkt preisgeben, ich hoffe du verstehst das. Ich wünsche dir alles Liebe und ich freue mich für dich, dass du schon so bald Inselluft schnuppern wirst.
@@RahelStadler Du hast ja so recht. Einzigartige Orte sollen auch so bleiben und nicht jedermann bekannt sein. Zu wissen, dass es solche Orte noch gibt motiviert mich, sie zu suchen und zu geniessen. 😎
Ich bin sicher, du findest diese einzigartigen Orte ganz von selber. Sie sind weder versteckt noch fallen sie auf. Wir sind meistens einfach nicht aufmerksam genug, um sie bewusst wahrzunehmen.
Here the weather is currently perfect. The temperatures are very pleasant, it is neither too hot, nor too cold, it is mostly sunny and calm with a little breeze and it is also raining regularly. Normally here on the island it starts to be quite hot by mid July.
What a wonderful video of the grass. Timeless, vast, somehow majestic and quiet at the same time! Once again Rahel you have helped some of us to wake up and smell the roses (oops--"The Grass") Do you know that the smell the grass gives off when it is cut is a warning to other plants that there is danger present and to tell them to protect themselves, which they do by producing enzymes which provide them with additional protection against insects! Aloha Nui Loa from Kona Hawaii
Hi Rachel Last night we spent the evening with our friends, the Morgan's celebrating Father's Day. During our evening, the Morgan's asked me what my life philosophy was and I told them that essentially I tried to practice with the Japanese in Okinawa call the Ikigai. On the island of Okinawa people live longer than they do anywhere else in the world. They are also far more active to a later age it is not uncommon for people in their 90s to be very active in their every day lives. I notice in your artwork and in your philosophy about living life, especially your newer videos a lot of Ikigai. Below is a description of Ikigui and also a photo of people practicing that philosophy by sitting in the garden at sunset and enjoying a Chicken and Waffle dinner prepared for their father on father's day Thanks E.C. For inviting us to your place for that pleasant evening. Here is a quick synopsis of Ikigui. Ikigai is a concept that originated in Japan, and it translates to "the reason for being" or "the joy of living." It is a philosophical approach to finding personal fulfillment in one's life by identifying and pursuing one's passions, skills, and purpose. The idea of Ikigai suggests that each individual has a unique purpose or calling that they can discover and develop over time. By doing so, they can find a sense of meaning and satisfaction in their lives that goes beyond external achievements and successes. At the core of Ikigai lies the belief that everyone has the potential to make a valuable contribution to the world. This contribution is not just about career success but also about finding satisfaction in personal relationships, leisure activities, and other aspects of life. It involves determining what drives and motivates an individual, and using that as the basis for finding a fulfilling career, hobby, or other passion. Many people find that pursuing their Ikigai leads to a more fulfilled and balanced life, and can even contribute to better mental health. By taking the time to reflect on their values, interests, strengths, and contributions, individuals can identify their Ikigai and pursue it in meaningful ways. While the concept of Ikigai has its roots in Japanese culture, it has gained popularity and relevance across many cultural contexts. In a world where many people struggle to find purpose and fulfillment in their lives, Ikigai provides a simple yet powerful framework for discovering one's calling and pursuing a life of joy, meaning, and purpose.
Hello Dorn. Thank you for sharing. I am familiar with the lifestyle of older people of Okinawa and the philosophy of Ikigai. I came across it many years ago but have lost sight of it ever since and certainly haven't actively follow this philosophy, at least not consciously. I'm glad though that you see some of it in my more recent videos because Ikigai is definitely a way of living which I find very enriching and even though I haven't actively tried to integrate it into my life yet, it is a wonderful reminder and I greatly appreciate it.
What a perfect day to be out there. Thank you for sharing. Have you ever thought or wanted to climb this mountain? Do others climb it? The side you were showing, it looked like a giant lava poured down and stuck there.
Hello Eve. Yes, I have climbed Pico mountain almost nine years ago. Nowadays it is a very popular activity and many people come to Pico mainly for this hike. Best wishes to you!
That's wonderful! I think whatever time we have available for our holidays it never seems long enough and it always seems too soon to go back home. I personally think that it's a matter of perspective. The more we want to do or see the more we get stressed about time. The more we slow down and allow ourselves to miss out on things to do and see the more time we have. Being present is probably the best way to explore a place, we don't necessarily need to see or do a lot. Enjoy your time here, doesn't matter for how long, it will definitely do it's magic. Best wishes to you!
Everyone dreams but not equally. Those who dream at night in the dusty recesses of their mind wake in the day to find it was only vanity. But the dreamers of the day are a dangerous sort, for they may act on their dreams with open eyes, to make them happen. As you’ve done
I have to confess, I paraphrased that from something I read a long time ago. It ties into another video of yours I saw where you stopped/quieted the clutter of the mind by going to those beautiful tide pools. It’s easier to dream with eyes wide open when we can still the mind. That pesky brain tries so hard to keep us all from mindfulness and living in the moment. Ironic since all we ever have is now
Reading it was beautiful either way. I know which video you are referring to. It's true, quieting our minds from all that noise is one of the biggest achievements possible, I think.
I would not presume that I'm possessing any part of nature ever, I like more to feel and behave like being a guest but it could very well be that I'm one of this island's possessions, who knows.
@@RahelStadler I like to subscribe to the romantic concept that you and the Island are in a long term and committed relationship♥ And I would agree that the word "Possession" is not quite the right word needed here to express my thought. I'm not sure Sole Mate is either. Maybe a new word needs to be created to define the relationship between a place and a person. Now watch someone come up with Symbiotic. That word is good but not specific enough to define the relationship between you and Pico Island. If you feel the Volcano rumble a little bit it may be because it agrees with me. ♥
That is a very interesting way of looking at it. Thank you for sharing your perspective, I very much appreciate it. Maybe there is no need for a new word or a exact definition, maybe feeling the feeling and a deep knowing is enough?
Unspoiled nature.
what you experience is the interexchange of a human spirit with the nature of God. Great to share.
Loved this 💜
I totally understand you! Pico Mountain is so mesmerizing!
I'm glad you can relate. Thank you for watching, Stefan.
thanks for the words and pictures!
You are very welcome, Vitor.
Grasslands are vastly under appreciated in my opinion, so thanks for the lovely video. A grass bouquet is a thing in some parts of the world.
Interesting information, thanks
I totally agree that grasslands are vastly under appreciated, so thank you for recognizing their importance and beauty and for appreciating them.
Do you know where in the world grass bouquets are a thing? That's so exciting, thank you so much for this valuable information!
@@RahelStadler I've lived in grassland areas for years and where I live in western Canada there are still places where they exist in an entirely natural state. They make for fabulous wandering with views of distant horizons and sightings of wild animals such as pronghorns can happen.
Strangely this animal is a relative of the giraffe. As for the grass bouquets, I found out that they are usually made from pampas grass which originated in Brazil, Argentina and Chile. These are sold around the world to flower shops as bouquets or decorative grass from producers in various locations. It seems that the type of beloved grass such as in your video is not really used as bouquets, although I don't see why not.
You are so lucky to live in an area where glasslands still exist in their entirely natural state. I don't think I have ever been wandering in your kind of environment but it's sounds mind blowing! I picture it a bit like the tundra in Lappland or Alaska in terms of the vastness and views of distant horizons which you are describing.
Thank you so much for extending my internal horizons in regards to the grass bouquets. I had no idea about the traditional grass bouquets in South America. It's so interesting.
@@RahelStadler To me all natural areas are special, so I value them wherever I find them. However, I was on Sãn Miguel last October and November and I decided this was the most beautiful place I had ever seen.
Another fantastic video!! Can’t get enough of that scenery❤❤❤
I'm glad you enjoyed this one. Thank you so much for continuously watching!
Very beautiful the vídeo, I like Açores' landscapes!!🙏🌲🌲🌅💐
Thanks by the words, the pictures and sharing with us these particular moments..!!🙏😔
Best wishes!! 🙏🌅😘🤗
Dear Candida, you are most welcome. I'm delighted to read that you enjoy this kind of landscape. Sending you my love!
@@RahelStadler thanks a lot my dear friend Rahel!!🙏🌊🌊💐
I wish the best for you!! 🙏🌅😘
We all have a special place that makes us happy. The foothills are beautiful here. You can see bears once in a while. Going down the path you never know what you will find. After fishing I clean my catch and Nancy gets the corn meal and eggs. The fish is put in the egg and then in the corn meal. They are baked until they are crisp.That is the best way to eat trout. Now with the hatchery near us the fish population will increase dramatically. Pico is beautiful. The smell of fresh air awakens the senses. Better is one day in your peaceful place than thousands elsewhere.
That's beautiful. I'm glad you enjoying life, Richard.
Thank you for sharing.
You are most welcome, Donny.
Wunderbar!
Dankeschön 🙏
The peace...
😊🙏
Hello, wondering if you ever hiked up to the top of the volcano. Looks like it would be an awesome hike. ❤
Hello. Yes, I did hike up to the top 6 years ago. I don't want to miss the experience but I found hiking down not very enjoyable. It was quite hard on the knees because there is just a lot of loose gravel.
Vielen Dank für dieses schöne Video! Immer wieder findest du neue Eindrücke dieser wunderbaren Insel. Ich zähle die Tage, bis ich auch dort sein werde. (kannst du mir verraten, auf welcher Seite des Vulkans diese Wiesen Landschaft ist? Ich möchte dort mal hingehen und einfach nur geniessen. Liebe Grüße Rahel und wie immer: pass auf dich auf!
Lieber Jörg, sehr sehr gerne. Ich freue mich, dass ich dich, obwohl du die Insel kennst, mit neuen Eindrücken bereichern kann.
Ich möchte lieber nicht Details zu dem Standpunkt preisgeben, ich hoffe du verstehst das.
Ich wünsche dir alles Liebe und ich freue mich für dich, dass du schon so bald Inselluft schnuppern wirst.
@@RahelStadler Du hast ja so recht. Einzigartige Orte sollen auch so bleiben und nicht jedermann bekannt sein. Zu wissen, dass es solche Orte noch gibt motiviert mich, sie zu suchen und zu geniessen. 😎
Ich bin sicher, du findest diese einzigartigen Orte ganz von selber. Sie sind weder versteckt noch fallen sie auf. Wir sind meistens einfach nicht aufmerksam genug, um sie bewusst wahrzunehmen.
Nice scenery.! What's the temperature like out there now? We're melting away soon here in Stavanger Norway, have not seen any rain for days 😔
Here the weather is currently perfect. The temperatures are very pleasant, it is neither too hot, nor too cold, it is mostly sunny and calm with a little breeze and it is also raining regularly. Normally here on the island it starts to be quite hot by mid July.
Lindas paisagens 👏👍
Obrigado 👍
De nada, Antonio.
What a wonderful video of the grass. Timeless, vast, somehow majestic and quiet at the same time!
Once again Rahel you have helped some of us to wake up and smell the roses (oops--"The Grass")
Do you know that the smell the grass gives off when it is cut is a warning to other plants that there is danger present and to tell them to protect themselves, which they do by producing enzymes which provide them with additional protection against insects!
Aloha Nui Loa from Kona Hawaii
They are remarkable flowering plants and have shaped much of our present world.
Thank you for your appreciation for the beauty of grasses and for sharing such valuable insights into the world of grasses, Dorn.
@@rhoff523 I couldn't agree more.
Montanha do Pico is my mental escape from this world. And someday, it will be my real escape until someone forces me to come back down.
It is truly such a wonderful escape to have. I'm crossing my fingers for you that you get to reunite with your mental escape in real life someday.
🥺💚
Hi Rachel
Last night we spent the evening with our friends, the Morgan's celebrating Father's Day. During our evening, the Morgan's asked me what my life philosophy was and I told them that essentially I tried to practice with the Japanese in Okinawa call the Ikigai.
On the island of Okinawa people live longer than they do anywhere else in the world. They are also far more active to a later age it is not uncommon for people in their 90s to be very active in their every day lives.
I notice in your artwork and in your philosophy about living life, especially your newer videos a lot of Ikigai.
Below is a description of Ikigui and also a photo of people practicing that philosophy by sitting in the garden at sunset and enjoying a Chicken and Waffle dinner prepared for their father on father's day
Thanks E.C. For inviting us to your place for that pleasant evening.
Here is a quick synopsis of Ikigui.
Ikigai is a concept that originated in Japan, and it translates to "the reason for being" or "the joy of living." It is a philosophical approach to finding personal fulfillment in one's life by identifying and pursuing one's passions, skills, and purpose.
The idea of Ikigai suggests that each individual has a unique purpose or calling that they can discover and develop over time. By doing so, they can find a sense of meaning and satisfaction in their lives that goes beyond external achievements and successes.
At the core of Ikigai lies the belief that everyone has the potential to make a valuable contribution to the world. This contribution is not just about career success but also about finding satisfaction in personal relationships, leisure activities, and other aspects of life. It involves determining what drives and motivates an individual, and using that as the basis for finding a fulfilling career, hobby, or other passion.
Many people find that pursuing their Ikigai leads to a more fulfilled and balanced life, and can even contribute to better mental health. By taking the time to reflect on their values, interests, strengths, and contributions, individuals can identify their Ikigai and pursue it in meaningful ways.
While the concept of Ikigai has its roots in Japanese culture, it has gained popularity and relevance across many cultural contexts. In a world where many people struggle to find purpose and fulfillment in their lives, Ikigai provides a simple yet powerful framework for discovering one's calling and pursuing a life of joy, meaning, and purpose.
Hello Dorn. Thank you for sharing. I am familiar with the lifestyle of older people of Okinawa and the philosophy of Ikigai. I came across it many years ago but have lost sight of it ever since and certainly haven't actively follow this philosophy, at least not consciously. I'm glad though that you see some of it in my more recent videos because Ikigai is definitely a way of living which I find very enriching and even though I haven't actively tried to integrate it into my life yet, it is a wonderful reminder and I greatly appreciate it.
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...smile.
What a perfect day to be out there. Thank you for sharing. Have you ever thought or wanted to climb this mountain? Do others climb it? The side you were showing, it looked like a giant lava poured down and stuck there.
Hello Eve. Yes, I have climbed Pico mountain almost nine years ago. Nowadays it is a very popular activity and many people come to Pico mainly for this hike. Best wishes to you!
@@RahelStadler Thank you.
I only have 15 days left to be in that paradise again, unfortunately only for 10 days....
That's wonderful! I think whatever time we have available for our holidays it never seems long enough and it always seems too soon to go back home. I personally think that it's a matter of perspective. The more we want to do or see the more we get stressed about time. The more we slow down and allow ourselves to miss out on things to do and see the more time we have. Being present is probably the best way to explore a place, we don't necessarily need to see or do a lot. Enjoy your time here, doesn't matter for how long, it will definitely do it's magic. Best wishes to you!
Everyone dreams but not equally. Those who dream at night in the dusty recesses of their mind wake in the day to find it was only vanity. But the dreamers of the day are a dangerous sort, for they may act on their dreams with open eyes, to make them happen.
As you’ve done
How beautifully written, I love this! Thank you for sharing your wisdom, it truly is heartwarming.
I have to confess, I paraphrased that from something I read a long time ago. It ties into another video of yours I saw where you stopped/quieted the clutter of the mind by going to those beautiful tide pools. It’s easier to dream with eyes wide open when we can still the mind. That pesky brain tries so hard to keep us all from mindfulness and living in the moment. Ironic since all we ever have is now
Reading it was beautiful either way. I know which video you are referring to. It's true, quieting our minds from all that noise is one of the biggest achievements possible, I think.
Yes I think that’s the key that opens the connection to the universe, library of all knowledge
You make it feel like this Island is your sole possession. Perhaps the Island thinks the same about you.
I would not presume that I'm possessing any part of nature ever, I like more to feel and behave like being a guest but it could very well be that I'm one of this island's possessions, who knows.
@@RahelStadler I like to subscribe to the romantic concept that you and the Island are in a long term and committed relationship♥ And I would agree that the word "Possession" is not quite the right word needed here to express my thought. I'm not sure Sole Mate is either. Maybe a new word needs to be created to define the relationship between a place and a person. Now watch someone come up with Symbiotic. That word is good but not specific enough to define the relationship between you and Pico Island. If you feel the Volcano rumble a little bit it may be because it agrees with me. ♥
That is a very interesting way of looking at it. Thank you for sharing your perspective, I very much appreciate it.
Maybe there is no need for a new word or a exact definition, maybe feeling the feeling and a deep knowing is enough?
@@RahelStadler That works for me.