A Quiet Hour by the River

Start by making your way toward the banks of the Mississippi River. Find a bench, a patch of grass, or simply a place to stand still for a moment. Watch the current move slowly south. Listen for the wind in the trees. Let yourself arrive.

Take a short walk along the shoreline. Notice the small things—the sound of water against the rocks, the changing light, the stillness that feels a little different here.

If you have time, bring a drink or a small treat with you. Sit a little longer than you planned.

Before you go, take one last look out over the water. It’s never quite the same twice.