What sounds or smells bring memories flooding back

One of many examples for me is the sound of frogs as I fall asleep, it’s so comforting when on the occasional times I hear them.

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MrPerditus1 · 61-69, M

The ocean sounds and smells bring back soooo many memories of childhood through adulthood. It brings back thoughts of old flames and losses, of the best times in my life and some not so great. But all in all, it always soothes and comforts me.

Les02 · 26-30, F

@MrPerditus1 I’m heading you, I absolutely love the sound of the ocean as well, we sleep on the beach occasionally. To date it only has great memories ☺️

MrPerditus1 · 61-69, M

@Les02 I live in a beach city, so a lot of our activities were at the beaches or bays, parties, get together's, celebrations, vacations and even work. I've spent most of my life at or around the beach. :) So, there are good and not good memories. Break ups happened there and worse happened there too. BUT, over all it's the place I'd go for everything.

Sleeping on the beach is an amazing experience. So glad you've had nothing but great memories. I hope it stays that way. :D

Les02 · 26-30, F

@MrPerditus1 So the beach is actually just apart of your existence. Good for you, I’m almost a little envious. Can you hear the ocean from your house?

MrPerditus1 · 61-69, M

@Les02 Yes, the beach has been a part of my life since I can remember. Summer times here are a bit insane though, half the time we can't get to them because of the tourists, but can't really complain because said tourists do help the economy.

Can't hear it from where I live now but on good days, you can catch the aroma during strong windy days. I use to live off the board walk of one beach for a few years and my bedroom balcony looked out over the yard directly to the beach. Sunsets were the most amazing from there.