the little things

"Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around." Leo F. Buscaglia


What's more relaxing than a day with my niece approving me of life's little and simple joys, like that of a thumb and a smiley?

It made me sit down and think of the wonderful things life offers. Stress-free days, just like today. . .lie down on the grass forming shapes in the clouds on an ordinary day. . .singing one's heart out in the shower. . .playing in the rain. . .running on a huge field, feeling the soft grass touch your skin. . .looking up the trees and seeing the sunshine peeping through its leaves. . .swinging on a tarzan swing. . .swimming in the river. . .bubble blowing. . .ice cream eating. . .having a road trip. . .listening to good music. . .feeling the wind blow your hair revealing your face at once. . .being sun-kissed. . .walking slowly under the moonlight. . .feeling the sand oozing on your toes. . .hearing the crashing waves. . .watching cartoons with little kids. . .reading a worth it book. . .staying under the comforter on a stormy day. . .eating soup or drinking hot chocolate. . .playing under the heat of the sun. . .having field trips. . .hiking. . .sliding down a muddy slope. . .babysitting. . .sharing faith. . .what else? YOU name it.

God has given us the freedom to do everything. The best two, and simple words I can give is to APPRECIATE LIFE. Because if you do, you'll begin to realize the little things that make it worth it and you'll start enjoying it. Eventually, you'll learn to be more thankful for the bigger things you have and know those are blessing from God. So it's true that you live life to the fullest and make each day count!

And when you're feeling down and low, disappointed and hurt. . .stop for a while and remember not to underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around.