The Aerie
So for the first time in years, in decades, I have no outside stress. For whatever it's worth, I actually get a chance to rest. And any further stress that I'm experiencing is entirely me.
It's taking some getting used to, I have to admit. But while it has minor unexpected downsides, it has major unexpected upsides. One of these seems to be my ability to taste things.
Since I finished my job, everything tastes fantastic. Maybe I've just been lucky and having some good meals, but I don't think so. I grilled some fish the other day, and I was almost transported by the flavor. Every bite arrested my attention. Then the other day Theresa made some strawberry lemonade - store-bought lemonade, with fresh strawberries pureed and mixed in. Definitely bound to be good... but this good? I almost couldn't think when I was drinking it, and I couldn't get enough of it.
And it's not just food. Music sounds more... musical? The air smells fresher. I'm waiting for colors to get brighter.
If this is the result of reduced work stress, I may have to retire.
Posted by Albatross at July 3, 2005 9:09 PM