Once upon a time we had a spare moment to stop and smell the roses. We sought out the magnificence of an early morning sunrise and chased the romance in a beautiful sunset. For most, finding time to relax and seeing the beauty surrounding us is no longer effortless. No matter what has brought each of us to Louisiana, splendor is around every corner. Take a moment to breathe it in and relieve the stress of everyday life. This lake is a mere walking distance from Barksdale Air Force Base. Take a chance on Mother Nature and see what she has to offer. The memories will last a lifetime. “This public service announcement has been brought to you by a guy who really had nothing else to do after a morning of fishing.” (Courtesy photo/Jeff Walston)