Mississippi Summers

Trips to Mississippi were always long and unforgettable.  Leaving for Mississippi, we always left the afternoon before to get there early in the morning.  When arriving, we could always smell the morning dew on the grass.  The heat was heavy, peppery, and somewhat sweet.  The air was always different from Chicago's air.  The bugs were abundant, the smell of flowers was stronger, and life seemed to move slower.  Days were very long and hot, so any sign of shade brought happiness.  With the sun setting, I remember my great grandmother always baking a peach cobbler that radiated throughout the house and outside. This memory is: Mississippi Summers Top: Honey, Blackberry, Black Currant, Peach, Cherry, Watermelon, Clary Sage Mid: Rose, Orris, Geranium, Hedione, Musk Blend, Ylang Ylang, Jasmine Sambac, Saffron Base: Oud, Labdanum, Cardamom, Vanilla, Beeswax, Tonka, Amber, Oakmoss, Cinnamon, Cedarwood, Sandalwood