Some people really do treat nature like it is something bad for them or not in favor for them. yes, there are extremes like hurricanes, earthquakes, floods and other natural catastrophes but don't we all have extremes? Aren't we all extremely volatile or temperamental at times? Of course we are. If we somehow accept it to be alright if a human being is volatile, we should be accepting towards a natural catastrophe too. yes, we need to be prepared for it and act to the best of our abilities when it strikes but that doesn't make nature bad.

And you are right in saying that some people view being dirty as bad. I am too very happy when my son gets all dirty by playing in mud and out in open because I know he has had fun and being in nature also keeps us grounded. Sadly, we don't have too many parks and natural settings here that are safe to be explored. We have a few parks but not jungles or forests close by that we can go in on our own. Love the concept of this post!