Breathing in life's simple pleasures

Not quite ready to face the pain that surfaced in tonight's therapy session, I connected my phone to my bluetooth speaker, turned on a solo piano music playlist, poured myself a glass of my favorite rum, and sat down in my oversized chair with my notebook for a writing exercise that served as the mediation I needed tonight.

amber colored liquor

a fruity aroma

my fingers feel the shape of the glass

a rallentando

gently slows the pace

the fall after a rise of the melody

an even texture

caresses my skin

I sinker deeper into the chair

a slight chill 

wraps around me

the rich liquid I sip burns my nose and throat

a sweetness lingers

on my steady breath

the song accelerates with a moment of aggression

my pencil scratches

my mind quiets

seeking words only for this moment

I close my eyes

and savor another sip

finding simple pleasure in this evening