the simple things.

Last Tuesday, I stumbled across this sublime blog somehow, called Soul Aperture. The writer, Christina, had written this incredibly blessed post, simply titled, The Simple Things.

I loved reading her list of simple, everyday things that enrich life for her. She invited others to join in and post their own lists. I decided to do one for Thanksgiving-time, since so many are reflecting on what makes them thankful. I am very thankful for so much, and I reflect on that often during the year, not just during November. However, there are lots of things that I think we really do take for granted -- nondescript, barely-there or ever-underlying things that keep us going every day even though we don't notice them. They truly are simple things. I believe that it's the simple things that, if we think about it for a moment we will realize, actually make us happiest.

I could go on quite a long time with my list, but I'll keep it short.

the simple things.

the kidlets' belly laughs

decaf coffee with flavored creamer

christmas carols

scented lotion

looking at pretty pictures

pot roast in the slow cooker

going for a drive

my son practicing the guitar

playing games with dice

my husband's eyes

listening to opera and jazz

watching old movies

twinkle lights

cocoa puffs

window shopping

a friend's sweet voice on the phone

cool breezes

apple cider with caramel syrup

visiting with good friends

my baby's soft skin

singing, singing, and more singing