Little Things

I saw a rainbow over the playground before school on Tuesday morning. All the kiddos were pointing and showing me how beautiful it was. It was a great way to start the day. It helped me when I thought of its beauty through the remainder of my day.

I realize that little things like that are what get me through each day, and make each moment livable. Last night the sky was all shades of blue, purple, orange and pink. It was stunning. I stopped to stare at it for just a moment even though I was rushing out to the garbage can with a precious load of refuse. The fire in the sky slowed me down , gave me peace, and showed me it's wondrous self in all it's glory.

Then there's the note a sweet 2nd grader brought out to me on the playground just to tell me how much she loves  me and thinks I'm awesome!

 



I loved the time I got to spend with my Beehive class laughing and sharing ideas. It was so fun and heartwarming. There were many fun little moments.

 

And the hug I got from my Meghan as she showed me her new, brace-free teeth. What a gorgeous smile. And a great hug.

So many little things make life worth living. The big things are just a bonus. In celebration of the little things in life, here's my little list of just some of them....

 

Holding Chad's hand while watching TV

A thunder storm

Warm chocolate chip cookies

A hug...or two, or 3, or 10

A heartfelt thanks

The smells of Fall

Looking forward to an occasion

Sitting in a clean house

Getting the mail

Friends

Hearing one of my favorite songs

New opportunities

Watching fireworks

Freshly painted toenails

Sleeping in on a rainy morning

A great deal (and CLEARANCE is even better!)

Drying after a shower with a freshly laundered towel

A phone call from Chad during work hours

Getting to see my mom and dad

A trip to Taco Bell

Knowing I'm making a difference~even to one person

Making fun plans

Crossing things off of a to-do list

Fridays

Watching my family enjoy something that I've cooked for them

Knowing I'm loved