Remember What You Love
It can be painful, overwhelming, and difficult for all of us--a long and winding road of potholes! I suppose adversity is necessary and inevitable; a natural means by which we strengthen our characters. We grow through our trials, we learn more deeply about who we really are, and hopefully, we become better people.
When I find myself struggling--hitting potholes left and right--I force myself to stop and focus on the small, simple, and beautiful things around me. I pay special attention to the things I love and give thanks for them. Things like:
A sunny spot and a comfy couch. A beloved book about bread and jam. Pink socks. Blue sky. The pine tree towering outside the window. A good grandma who takes time for her loved ones. Chocolate chip cookies and a quiet afternoon. The light that comes from a happy child's face. Recognizing a moment... Living in it.
Henry David Thoreau said, "However mean your life is, meet it and live it."
(Just be sure to remember what you love about it!)
I have to remind myself to be thankful for sunny days too sometimes! By the way- LOVE Bread and Jam for Francis and all the other Francis books :) Hope you have a wonderful day!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for your beautiful comment! And wasn't Bread and Jam for Francis just the best! It was my favorite when I was a little girl. I LOVED it almost as much as I loved bread and jam too! HA HA!
DeleteSuch a great reminder! Love, love, love Bread and Jam for Francis- that book brings back great childhood memories.
ReplyDeleteThank you bunches and bunches, Tracy! I appreciated you leaving me such a nice comment! Bread and Jam for Francis was the BEST!
DeleteSo true. Thanks for reminding us.
ReplyDelete"Recognizing a moment... Living in it." <--- love it.
Awe, sweet Olivia! Thank you so much for commenting. I'm glad you enjoyed the post, honey. And thank you for bringing sunshine into my day!
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ReplyDeleteANDREA!!!!!!!!!!! OH MY GOODNESS!!!!!! OF COURSE I REMEMBER YOU, DOLL FACE!!!!!! How are you? Thank you so much for stopping by my blog. That's such a hoot that you found me! I'm glad you have enjoyed your visit here in my little corner of the blogosphere. Good for you and Tara starting a blog...that's aweseome! I'll be sure to pop by for a visit. Hope you're doing well! Love ya!
DeleteThat's such a good reminder to all . Maybe we all are running too fast and leaving all little things on back. Such beautiful post :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for the reminder!
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Great reminder :)
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ReplyDeleteThat is a great sentiment. I used to love to read to my kids. Unfortunately they are too old for that now, but I guess we will enjoy other things.
Have a great night!
love this!
ReplyDeletesuch a precious moment (and photo). see, i miss you even more now!!! :)
i love you,
big mama t-head
Thanks so much for sharing another sweet post with me at my Say G'Day Saturday Party. It's always lovely checking in with you!
ReplyDeleteBest wishes,
Natasha in Oz