Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Lately

We have alot of nothing much going on around here lately, and I think it's
fantastic. 


I found myself sitting down this weekend and realizing it felt a bit foreign to me.  Nowhere to be, nothing that had to be done, no one to go see.  I have not found myself in this situation for a very long time.  I don't think I realized until I stopped that I have been moving so much this year (maybe I was too busy to notice).
It has been an emotional year for me with the highest of highs (marriage) and the lowest of lows (unexpected loss of a young loved one.) Perspective didn’t set in, it showed up and caused my life to skid to a sudden halt.  Slow down now it said. Not a request but a demand. 
I'm trying to heed that warning.  Tommorrow is never guaranteed.  Stop and smell the roses, or more seasonally appropriate, the pumpkin spice. 
I have decided to follow the lead of my pets. I will look out the window at the beauty that is outside and i will lay down and feel the warmth of the sun on me.  Hug the ones you love, especially your children.  They are a precious gift. 
Slow down and enjoy the simple things in life.  Eat that homeade strawberry shortcake slowly and savor every bite. 
 

9 comments:

  1. We definetly do need to slow down, life moves so fast, we forget about the important things!

    great post my dear:):)

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  2. It's always good to slow down a little and enjoy the smaller things. Good for you!

    Animals seem to have an edge on what's good in life, eh?

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  3. Im sorry for you loss this year. But this is a wonderful perspective!

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  4. Great post. The first year of marriage is hard but it's all worth it. I need to slow down too.

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  5. Amen sister. I need to remember to slow down and enjoy the little things more.

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  6. Amazing! I had one of those days today. And as you start to get anxious it's important to enjoy the moment and thank God for a new day! Beautiful post!


    Kisses
    http://thepurpleclown.blogspot.com

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  7. I totally agree with needing to slow down. We as a society are moving too fast.

    www.modernworld4.blogspot.com

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  8. Slow down, couldn't say it better myself. Thanks for sharing I love this!

    lovethegardners.blogspot.com

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  9. I totally agree, we all have to stop to smell the roses once in a while :)
    By the way, if you decide to try that mani please send me a photo and I'll feature it!
    xoxo
    Lauren @ BadLuckBarbie.blogspot.com

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