Sunday, January 5, 2014

Simple Escape

Do you ever have those experiences where something simple transports you to a different place and time? For me, it doesn't happen super frequently, but when it does, it's usually a fun daydream.

Today my fiance and I went on a bike ride, and afterward I was super hot. Despite the cold in the rest of the country, it's actually pretty decent here in Florida. I noticed a fan sitting on the shelf next to me, so of course I started using it.


As soon as I started fanning myself, I closed my eyes and enjoyed the cool breeze. Almost immediately, I was transported elsewhere. It was unexpected, but I ended up feeling like a rich lady sitting by the pool, surrounded by luxuries, including my fan providing the freshest breeze.

I felt like I was in California, sitting beside an infinity pool, surrounded by hibiscus and other tropical delights. Of course I had a fruity rum drink in my hand in this little fantasy.

It was short lived, but it was a nice little daydream that interrupted my ordinary day. It's nice to allow yourself to have these simple escapes. Sometimes it's one of the only things that can keep us going.

Always allow yourself to dream!

10 comments:

  1. How beautiful! I wish I day dreamed more :) Its like looking at the clouds and thinking about all the shapes and designs :)

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    1. Looking at the clouds and visualizing shapes is fun! :)

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  2. Usually it is a song or a smell that takes me to another time and place. It is nice to have moments like that to break up your day. Fun post!

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  3. We could use some of that daydreamy warmth in Florida today! :)

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    1. Yes we could! It was warm the day that I wrote this! Today is frigid though!

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  4. I love this! I think I'll sit in front of my space heater today and pretend I'm somewhere much, much warm soaking in the sun. Love the visualization! Thanks for the motivation :)

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  5. Scents take me to new places. I often smell something that reminds me of my great-grandmother and just love remembering her.

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  6. I am a big dreamer, Rachel. It's why I have been able to obtain certain things in life that aren't conventional. Nice post. #SGBC

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