Each day that we are given that sees us alive and moving forward is a blessing. We are blessed just to be here, now, on this earth, living these lives. As we approach Thanksgiving, I just wanted to share some of the little joys in life that I am thankful for.
-My husbands eternally warm body that I use as my own personal hand and foot warmer. Thanks for enduring that torture for me!
-The outstretched arms of a toddler wanting his mommy.
-Tickles (as long as its not me getting the tickling!).
-Thumb rests on coffee mugs.
-When I say we are having spinach or salad for part of our meal, and I get cheers from Keenan.
-A warm cup of something yummy on a cold snowy day.
-Baking with little helpers.
-An honest and loving circle of family and friends.
-Having another year still in my 20’s.
-The moments of silence after the children have drifted off to sleep.
-The contagious laughter of my oldest.
-The bear hugs from my youngest.
-Celebrating the holiday season though decorations and music.
-Listening to the George Winston Album “December” for the first time since last year (I know, kinda strange, but Its my way of welcoming in the holidays.)
-Fresh herbs.
-Honoring old traditions.
-Creating new traditions.
-Being open to and following intuition and coincidences, and watching what comes of it.
-Watching my kids become interested in the music and other things that I love and share with them.
-The few moments when my boys actually play really nice together or show each other affection.
-Curling up with a good book or magazine.
-Giving and receiving unexpected kindness.
-Eating warm comfort foods
-Seeing a hawk or owl while traveling.
-Each time I realize that I get to be a life teacher to my children.
-Knowing that those I love are moving about their lives in their own happy ways, as we all evolve and grow separately and together.
Thank you for listening, and taking time to think of all the things you too are thankful for.
*All images (except George Winston’s December) copyright Lindsay DuBois 2009
holy cow, this is a fantastic blog post. beautiful pictures and beautiful thoughts. can’t help but put a smile on your face.
this is such a sweet post lin
(we are totally missing you sweet girl)