an ongoing list of my favorite sensory experiences that bring me peace or joy

sounds:

an orchestra tuning up

waves/ocean sounds

an egg frying in a pan

the sound that painters tape makes when you pull out a big strip of it

my cat purring

when you are listening to music wearing really good headphones and a song feels like it's going in between your ears through your brain

sights:

tree in full leaf bloom swaying back and forth in the wind

the sight of the one above when you see it in a shadow

the color sage green

ocean waves

lava lamp

a record spinning

feels (touch):

really soft, comfortable, oversized dresses

petting a cat

soft blanket

putting your hand in cool natural running water

smells:

rooibos tea

chai

jasmine perfume but specifically the kind that maeve wears

onion and garlic cooking in a pan

fresh fruit

used bookstore

like a really savory kind of spicy soup broth

the natural smell of someone you are in love with/whatever soap they use

tastes:

stone fruits in the summer

sumo oranges

salted caramel ice cream

really savory kind of spicy soup broth (pozole, thai yellow curry, tonkatsu ramen)

mashed potatoes