Spring sun warms the open fields
Pines whisper softly
As I cruise along at 75 mph through the rolling hills of North Carolina, the midday sun casts a warm glow over the landscape. The temperature is a comfortable 56°F, with clear skies stretching endlessly above. The road ahead is flanked by dense forests of towering pines and hardwoods, their leaves just beginning to bud, signaling the arrival of spring. Occasionally, the trees part to reveal expansive fields, some freshly tilled in preparation for planting, others lush with early growth. The gentle undulations of the terrain add a rhythmic cadence to the journey, while the occasional farmhouse or barn punctuates the scenery, standing as quiet sentinels of rural life. The hum of the tires on the asphalt is accompanied by the occasional chirping of birds, audible even over the engine's steady purr. With no recent messages to distract me, I find solace in the simplicity of the moment, embracing the serenity of the open road and the natural beauty that surrounds me.
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