Well, I’m home from the sunny south, bringing with me a healthy glow and a nasty cold. I relaxed and revived in sunshine and sand, ate and drank, leaving the island sated and satisfied. The vacation affirmed my preference for balmy temperatures and my aversion to air travel. With the exception of the latter, the entire experience was just the treat I needed.
Coming back to the real world from such a blissful holiday makes the return gentler. A sense of calmness envelops me and the little stresses that can keep our days from being less than resplendent are easily viewed as inconsequential. For 10 glorious days I was soothed into a state of well being by the warmth of the sun, the music of sand and surf and a change of scenery.
What inspires and sustains us, relaxes and rejuvenates us differs from person to person. While a ride on a snowmobile trail can bring contentment to my hubby — the adrenalin rush of a dash over open fields or the peace of a winter wood easing away life’s tensions for him — I am always at my best in sun-soaked environments. The warmth takes me to a place of serenity, where the waves lapping at shores and the gentle call of the birds provide the perfect soundtrack.
With the peace of mind that accompanies me on this day, I scoped out some clipart in keeping with my mood. Decide which represents your idea of calm and serenity from this wonderful collection of illustrations:
