Beauty All Around

i went for my first walk of the new year around my village. i always forget what an amazing place this is. never in my life have i been in such a place. everything is so beautiful, so peaceful, so unique. as i look out, the views are breathtaking. the sky a sparkling gem of the richest blue. in one direction, the land is flat and open. there is a patch of green trees in the near distance and then fields to the horizon that look like patchwork. the windy dirt paths cut throug adding character. nearby, the field of armpit high grasses spreads to the rolling hills and the next village which is divided by aloe plants. in the foreground a slanted pasture is littered with cattle grazing as they return from the tree shaded river. looking the other way, magnificient mountains rise in the distance in an unbelievable view too often covered by dust. looking back, the village is on the hillside with its rocky paths, stray animals, thick shade trees, and basic houses. the fresh breeze cools the air as the sun shines down in all its brightness and intensity. the air smells spicy and of fresh field. the melodic sound of cowbells in the distance rings through the air. i never want this moment to end. i am so lucky to have experienced this.