I think it is such a good habit to smell smoke and discern what is being burnt. It is a very useful tactic for animals in the wild, and we should harness our many sensory skills similarly to stay adaptable and aware of our environment.
Castaneda definitely has some interesting things to share, but don't we all? ;)
I look forward to reading more of his work as I move along my journey.
walking around and immersing yourself in nature sounds & smells is so rejuvenating! i think it's one of those things where you feel challenge to discern the many, MANY pieces of everything around you, and it perks you up. the smells of the leaves decomposing, the wood burning, the birds singing, the chipmunks chattering - it's amazing!