The great outdoors

Today was the first day we ventured out following the last round of illness that seems to have stuck our house.  It felt like a bit of a risk as my oldest sweet daughter was still not quite 100% yet - although she was close.  It seems a case of cabin fever had taken over all of us as there was a resounding desire (stated loudly!) and some strong internal feelings for me that we needed to get out of the house and get some fresh air. 

So with everyone's agreement and stated needs we ventured out.  The feeling of lightness that started to take over all of us as we got dressed and began to get ready to go out was palatable.  As we first stepped out of the house, the feeling of crisp, cool, fresh amazing air against my face was heaven.  It felt like a gentle wake-up call telling me everything was good to be alright (at least in the short-term).  I loved every moment of that first feeling of fresh clean air.  I think it was even more surprising for me as I am typically not what you might refer to as the outdoorsy type.  I am also not very good at pausing and enjoying my nature filled surroundings.  Maybe the blessing for today was not only the present experience but what might be on the horizon.