I am sitting on this boat we were able to borrow from a family friend. Thankfully, the sea is calm, and we are just relaxing while indulging ourselves with the majestic view of the sunset.
The sky is a mixture of red, blue, and orange hues. I fell inlove immediately with how the crystal clear sea mirrored the blends of colors above, and how the mountains and trees from afar have their shadows outlined in the horizon, as if this beautiful harmony of nature is really meant for relaxation of the soul.
The overall atnosphere is heavenly. Not that cold, the breeze enough to just feel comfortable, just with some nice hot chocolate drink. I could hear the voice of the owl that may be residing somewhere in the woods beneath us. The boat moved slowly but did not go anywhere as it was tied to a foundation near the seashore.
I wrapped a small blanket around my shoulders when a cold wind passed by, but not for long. I sipped again to this hot choco I've been enjoying ever since I got in this spot. My friends are already leaving one by one, making me have my alone time in this place I wished I could just stay forever in.
My feet played with the sea water that I was able to reach with a bit of effort, amd looking below, I saw a shadowy reflection of my figure. My eyes stared at the wavy hair that flowed down my little shoulder, and thanks to the bare sunlight that was left, I was able to get a glimpse of my eyes that shined against the water. It made me smile.
After a minute of just staring at the water below, I went back to my sitting position and stared at the fading ball of light behind the outline of the mountains. Unlike earlier in the day that it was hard to look at it, now, I can properly get a good view of the sun that is now setting down to sleep.
Another breeze blew, and this time, I closed my eyes and just let my whole system feel the serenity the wind brought along with it. This peaceful sensation brought a smile to my face, and I could not stop wearing that smile. For some reason, my eyes just lingered around this surreal view while the smile remained. This is a moment I've really waited for. I did not expect it to be like this, but it happened.
I just wished for a particular time where I could be free from all my worries. That for once, anxiety won't visit my exhausted soul. I just expected to get a good eight hours of sleep, so as to at least relieve the stress and frustrations that piled up. This is that moment, I guess.
For twenty straight minutes, not a single depression-provoking thought came to me. For the first time in a long time, my brain was just lost in a trance, like it was somehow hypnotized by the embracing beauty of nature. The peace it gave for free, that addictive feeling I get whenever I hear the faint singing of some birds, or the crickets filling the silence, the calming sounds of the sea whenever it created waves—everything is just so beautiful I almost cried!
Everything is just so breath-takingly beautiful I did not believe it's real at first. All is just so dream-like, and if you'd ask me, I would just want to stay like this forever.
The boat was spacious enough, and I had some sort of a crazy thought. I got the pillows from the seat I was in, and placed them in the floor below, so I could lie on them. Now, I was lying on my back, and my eyes were just fixed on the currently dark sky as I speak.
The twinkling stars replaced the hues earlier. The crescent moon seemed to smile at me, so I smiled back. Did I do something great yesterday? How did I deserve this experience?
All this time, I thought that having lots of money would make me feel happy. Yes, it did. Of course. Naturally. I can buy what I want, I dont worry about my needs and wants, materially. But, all this time, I know, I feel empty.
I spent my life being always in a hurry, focusing on the hustle side of life. I know I was ahead of the people around me, but I always feel like I am always running after something. And that I always failed to get it. Midnight phone calls, excessive over times, mornings without breakfast, few hourse of sleep, a luxurious television that has never been used, my expensive bed never really enjoyed, my home that seemed like an apartment I only rent and stay at whenever I can.
I am rich and always get what I wanted, but I am not absolutely happy. I thought I'd be. So, taking a few days for a vacation seemed like a good idea. Thanks to my friend who did not give up on pestering me for almost a week; she's just so stubborn that I gave in. I'd give her a gift because of this.
After what seemed like forever, I feel like I am finally connected to myself. Did that sound unreal? How the heck can a person be disconnected from herself? Well, I don't know how I could explain that, but I can confidently say, I am not connected to myself fully. Right now, I feel that I am. I can clearly feel my heart beating against my chest, I can hear my breathing vivid as it can be. I feel every bit of my skin falling in love with the cozy ambience if this serene night, and my senses being one with the mission to enjoy nature's free and unexpected therapy session.
Surprisingly enough, I could hear the whispering humming of the wind as it passed by me moment after moment. This soothing whispers blended well with the calm wave sounds of the sea around me. I started listening to music that I like, and it added to that heavenly feeling I am experiencing right now.
Another friend of mine recommended me some songs to jam my head to. Wow, he's right! These songs made me feel some sentimental feeling, and some unexplainable but pleasant emotions.
Thank you, Peter!
As much as I want to freeze time and linger for more, the night is getting deeper and I had to go back to our own rooms and call it a day. One thing's for sure though. I will definitely come back here tomorrow, and would love to experience this over and over again.
I never realized befriending nature would do me this much benefit. A twenty minutes time with nature definitely defeated a week, or even month's worth of day offs. I was recharged and relaxed more than I ever expected. No words said, but the connection was sparked beautifully. I will remember this encounter forever. Thank you, mother nature.
How you like that?
Yeah, it must sound familiar. It is actually a song title. A title track of Korean girl group, Blackpink. Anyway, what's your answer to my question? LOL. Did you like my piece?
I was suddenly in the mood to practice my imagery skills today, AND, share to you my ultimate kind of dream vacation once this pandemic ends. Yes, a date with nature through a beach getaway! Who's with me? Let's recreate this scene, and take lots of amzing photos, shall we?
Still a little busy these days so forgive my on and off active status here. I will really be active on the weekends. Wait for me until then..
See You Next Time!
ps. Special mention to @Peter-Molnar . Hello there, I am now following the band on Spotify and enjoys their songs. Thanks a lot for recommending me thus band. I appreciate it very much. :)
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Not familoar with the song/s but I would really want to be one with nature again. The sound of the waves while looking at the stars. The cool breeze that touches my skin. I do not know when I can experience that again but I know soon.