
How do I communicate to someone the fresh burst of lemongrass, the subtle dignity of lily of the valley, or the classic crisp note of rose? I seem to process scent on a very personal level, as many people do. But I can't exactly say "Dot & Lil's Lily of the Valley Soap, reminiscent of my mother getting ready on spring mornings, circa 1990." Somehow, that doesn't quite work. I need to find a way to disassociate my own memories from the scent, at least enough to leave room for my reader to insert his or her own memories.
What do certain scents mean for you?