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Old Nov 11, 2006, 03:48 PM
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Hello
I know I dont know you but i can relate to what you re going through. my parents house is in the country and i live in the city. some days i miss nature so much it almost hurts. i love the city but i cant survive without seeing the country at least now and then. what helps me when i really miss it and cant get out of the city though is to go to a park near me that has a little pond with ducks and just sit there watching them play and talk to eachother. i also find it very grounding and comforting to even just put my palm against the bark of a tree as i walk by on the street. sometimes, pathetic as it sounds, i take a leaf from a hedge or tree i pass while im walking, bring it back and sit with it smelling its freshness while im working/online/reading/whatever. it just helps me remember the space and feel of the freedom of the country. i would also suggest getting some flowers or a plant. i cant because im allergic but i imagine they would be very soothing.
im sorry you are missing your home so much. my thoughts are with you.
biiv