i love the hot, wet air of the missouri summer. the denseness makes me feel like my breath is more rich than in the winter, or in the mountains or desert. the fullness of missouri air is not to be taken for granted, or scorned. Do you realize that we live in a place that is beautifully unique. The ozarks are a treasure, half tropical jungle, half mountainous country - worn down by the ages. Ancient land, and ancient water hangs in the air.