Relax...

William Wise Photo Nature Notes is a wildlife, landscape, birding and nature photography blog documenting the beauty, design and wonder of God’s creation. -- 1 Peter 5:7 "casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you."

Canada Geese relaxing by the pond

Monday, 3:15 PM - When days here at the shelter get this stressful (21 dogs impounded in the last 3 days) I can get to the point where I want to snap, or at least get snappy with everybody.  It is not easy to balance out a shelter, avoid euthanasia, coordinate adoptions and rescues, and still take Facebook flack for the dogs that don't make it out alive because nobody was interested.  I survive, relieve my stress, and relax by taking walk breaks up to the ponds and woods behind the shelter.  

​How many photos can I take of plain old ordinary Canada Geese? Well, this bunch that came in for the afternoon on Monday looked so calm and relaxed (as compared to my upset disposition) as they preened and rested that it warranted a photo. Relaxation therapy for a stressed animal shelter director! 

​Walton County, Georgia