Write about a time you felt connected to nature, like the kinship in Native American myths.

 Prompt: Write about a time you felt connected to nature, like the kinship in Native American myths.

Prompt Response: A time I felt connected to nature was when I hiked the Iron Bog trail in Mackay Idaho with my Dad. It was a four mile hike uphill in the Pioneer Mountains, which led to a beautiful lake at the end. I did this hike during the summer, so it was really hot out but luckily accompanied by a nice breeze. There were flowers and diverse plants all along the trail, and all I could hear for miles were the birds chirping and my feet hitting the gravel. It was extremely relaxing, yet also challenging, but I took my time to appreciate the nature and my connection to it.

Summary: Today in class we had a lesson about Native American literature, origins, and myths. 

Reflection: Today I learned the themes of Native American literature, and how they focus on our connection with nature and how we should respect all life. It made me think about how I personally connect to nature, and how I can improve that connection.

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