Most would agree that wisdom comes with age. As we get older, we should concentrate on life's priorities. Spending time with the ones that we love, and truly appreciating them, is very important. Becoming aware of the intricate things of beauty around us can help us greater endure hardships and greater heighten the positives in our life. Encountering hardships are a certainty in life, and we must merely endure them as best we can. On the other hand, the beauty of life is usually taken for granted. Being aware of beauty, experiencing it, and cherishing it, should always be a part of our life. Not taking advantage of a new opportunity to experience beauty is an opportunity wasted. This heartfelt collection of prose can mellow the heart as it explores life, love, beauty, nature, happiness, losses, dreams, and nostalgic memories. Take time to enjoy these unique observations, and discover the soft and gentle aspects of life.