The Flickering Flame

I gaze over at the corner of my room to see the mesmerising flame flickering away.
I turn my head, close my eyes and breathe in the aroma of lime and basil.
The smell so strong I can almost taste it.
The citrus undertones fill the room and take me to another place.
The heat of the flames causing the wax to melt and cascade over the sides of the candle, like molten lava flowing down a volcano.
Creating a beautiful mood, a beautiful ambiance, who would have thought this small glowing light could create such a setting, representing such peace.
As the flame is extinguished the room falls into darkness and fills with a smouldering scent.
I’m transported to the current time and the mood returns to normal.