Soothing Sounds

Why does the sound of running water act as a sedative? I don't know, but it does! I love the sound of running water...and especially love a good rain storm. Before I moved, my room was just off the back porch, a section of which was uncovered, and the sound of the rain hitting the uncovered porch was soothing music to my ears on a stormy summer night. Now, my room is off the front porch, which is completely covered, and I don't get the great rain sounds. This is actually distressing to me! LOL. I've even thought about getting one of those huge indoor water fountains for my room, but I have no idea where it would fit....or how I would keep the kids out of it! However, my mom recently found a great deal on a water feature at the local Habitat For Humanity Restore. She has set it up on the front porch just outside of my window. I can hear it all night long, and I love it. It's not as good as a rain storm...but it'll do in a pinch.

[Public Service Announcement: You may want to reconsider having a water fountain around all the time if you're on a diuretic for blood pressure control...it will definitely increase the frequency and urgency of your trips to the bathroom! LOL!]