What sound gives you peace?

I find solace in some of the smallest things. I think that we often times ignore the things that we actually need and put our wants in place instead. We get caught up in our daily lives of working and living and forget to stop and smell the roses. We deny ourselves simple pleasures. Sitting in silence, just enjoying the peace and quiet. Walking in the park. Taking a car ride during great weather. It’s even better if you have a convertible. Who wouldn’t mind their hair blowing in the wind.

I recently had a moment of peace that was so unexpected. I put a pot of water on for tea, and as I’m starting to pour the water into my mug, there was the sound of the water filling in the mug that was so peaceful. I had made many cups of tea, but that day in particular it was different. I was taken in by the steam that was forming in the cup as I listened to the deep sounds of the bubbles that were created as the hot water poured from the spout. I started to relish drinking warm tea after a good meal. There were tons of benefits and I loved the flavor. After the experience with the water and the mug being so calming and peaceful, I now believe that the act of making the tea and everything that it involves is really what I enjoy. Even the nostalgic high-pitched whistle of the teapot is peaceful. We have to cherish the small things and find peace when peace finds us.