As a child, rocking chairs always seemed to have a certain mystical quality about them. They appeared to represent one of the greatest tools of relaxation and were often depicted as one of the best ways to enjoy a view of the setting sun. Not wanting to wait until my retirement to achieve my youthful aspiration to try out this form of meditation I decided to take matters into my own hands. Sarah and I had recently begun construction of a new deck in the backyard with a pristine view of the western horizon. Upon its completion we promptly positioned our chairs accordingly and got to experience first hand why this concept has become such a popular depiction. On the right evening, with the right weather, a few minutes rocking on the back porch can be a little slice of heaven and a great getaway from the daily grind!