Are you longing for a simpler life?

There is something that happens every spring and I look forward to it with gusto. It is the peaceful sounds of spring that keeps me working toward a simpler life. I want every day of my life to be just like a spring day!

After having the house shut up all winter I embrace a warm spring day, when the windows can be open and all I hear is the sound of spring.

Right now, as I sit on my porch, cat curled up in the chair, and dog at my feet, the sound of a warm spring day is calming me. The sound of the wind blowing through the tall pines, robins chirping, and the bees buzzing around the dogwood trees brings a smile to my face.

How many times have we busied ourselves so much that we forget to stop and listen to the sounds of nature? I encourage you to stop whatever you’re doing, go outside, close your eyes, and listen to the sound of nature.

If you are longing for a simpler life, little things like using nature to unwind is one of your first steps to finding balance and peace in your life.

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Jen B on April 7, 2014 at 5:36 pm

One of my favorite sounds in the world is the wind blowing through the trees. I love sitting outside listening to that. It is so relaxing to me.

Tracy at Our Simple Life on April 7, 2014 at 8:55 pm

We have huge pine trees around our house and the wind moves through them with such a wonderful sound!
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daisy on April 7, 2014 at 5:50 pm

Yup. The sounds really help me focus on what’s important. The birds singing is so calming. Enjoy!

Tracy at Our Simple Life on April 7, 2014 at 8:55 pm

If I am having a stressful day I will make a point to listen to the birds…they relax me as well!
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Gail on April 8, 2014 at 2:26 am

New subscriber. I really enjoy reading your various topics, how/why you do what you do, but without being preachy, just a pleasant read.

Tracy at Our Simple Life on April 8, 2014 at 9:52 am

Thanks fro stopping by and I hope you visit again!
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Gentle Joy on April 9, 2014 at 2:23 pm

You are right…..and it has been nice to leave the windows open a tiny bit at night…..and somedays, like today, we can open the house up and air it out….love it. 🙂 Thank you for sharing.

Tracy at Our Simple Life on April 10, 2014 at 10:28 am

I love opening the windows in the spring it just has a way of adding a freshness to everything.
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Caitlin | The Siren's Tale on April 9, 2014 at 4:04 pm

Such a great reminder that we can create a simple life no matter where we are in the world 🙂 After work, I’ve been enjoying the spring sounds and the evening bugs.

Tracy at Our Simple Life on April 10, 2014 at 10:27 am

We sure can…I think many of us think all the stars have to be lined up in order for us to have peace, but we can make our own peace whereever we are.
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danielle on April 17, 2014 at 3:33 pm

Thanks so much for sharing these relaxing tips at the Friday Frenzy!

lisa lynn on April 17, 2014 at 3:34 pm

Thanks for sharing on The HomeAcre Hop! Hope to see you again today!

Are you longing for a simpler life?

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