Cherry blossom Quote by Jon Harrison
““I start to run, and my nose fills with the smell of rain and wet earth. I run along the shoulder of the highway in an easy rhythm, and the rain gathers up on my forehead and eyebrows; it flows down my face, it drips from the tip of my nose. There is wet dirt, a puddle in the gravel, new grass pushing through old in the ditch. Violets grow along the edge of the road. To my right, the Little Jib River flows brown and swollen to the lake. The water moves ceaselessly, and I move along with it. To my left, across the road, the rain strips wilted cherry blossoms from the rows and rows of trees, and drops them to the ground.””
About This Quote
A vivid description of running through rain, noticing nature’s details, and feeling in sync with water’s flow.
In simple terms: Running in rain awakens senses and connects with nature.
Key Takeaway
Notice small sensory details while moving.
Themes
nature
sensory
movement
reflection
Mood
calm
reflective
immersive
Type
Cherry blossom:1
Cherry blossoms:1
Flowers:1
Nature:1
Rain:1
Smell of rain:0
Water:1
Smell Rain:0
Road Rain:0
Dirt Puddle:1
Rain Wet:1
When to use this quote
- running
- rainy walks
- photography
- creative writing
Key Concepts
mindfulness
environment
flow
Questions to Reflect On
- How does rain affect your perception of movement?
- What details do you miss when rushing?
A Different Perspective
sensory overload can distract from the experience.
