Breathing

 There are moments when a scent can take you somewhere in your memory.

  I feel like I have not had a day off this Summer. I have really wanted one. I have had hours here and there of course (like right now as I write my husband has had the children out of the house for almost two hours) but I really want a whole day for some reason. Last night my nerves were on edge. It is really hot here. I don't handle heat well, I sunburned my legs quite badly on the trip and they have been very swollen, I just feel a bit crazy! So I went for a drive for a few minutes. 

  I grabbed my camera before I headed out because that felt right. I drove with my windows down and just took in all the beauty. I often complain about my town. Honestly, I just have a bad attitude that needs adjusting. Last night I felt so thankful for where I am gifted to live! Last night felt perfect.

  Many farmers were square bailing. I grew up on a small farm and one side of our long road was owned by one farm. They square baled every Summer. It has this wholesome sweet smell that brings me back to warm Summer nights full of light, of a sweet moment my now husband and I had before we were even dating, and also my 'initiation' into his family where I had to drive a tractor pulling a hay trailer while my fiancee and his father and brothers picked up square bales. 

It was really just a perfect few moments of getting away. 

I came home somewhat refreshed.