rustling leaves

while chaeli watched Max & Ruby (what she sees in that show i’ll never know) before bathtime, i found myself lying down on our bed, looking out of our large bay window.

i realized, just then, that trees that were bare only a little while ago, were green and lush! and so much taller then last year!

there was a slight breeze as the branches swayed a little. the window was open and i could hear the rustling of the leaves in the wind.

it was a breath-taking sight. i rarely enjoy nature anymore… and often forget that it can be found right out the window, most times.

as an added bonus, this morning, not too long after breakfast, i took my mug of coffee over to our sliding, kitchen door. after sliding it open, i breathed in the spring air. it was raining but the air was refreshing and slightly crisp, yet not cold at all.

the steam from my coffee rose and vanished through the screen door.

ahh… what a great feeling!

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