A quick dart seen from the corner of my eye, I turn to see if I saw something go by. I look to the right, the left, up and down, All the way down to my feet and up to my crown. What is the motion that caught my attention? My head is spinning, was it my mind’s invention? There it is again, but now it’s still as can be, The first hummingbird of spring is what I see!
Category: What Makes Me Smile
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Although our nation’s current situation is extremely sad and quite disturbing in my opinion, seeing my daughter’s passion brought light to the subject. The systemic racism in our country and world is just horrendous.
My “little” girl of 24 years old purchased materials, made signs and found local protests scheduled for the weekend. With signs in our front yard, I watch the many vehicles slow down on this major thoroughfare in our town to read them as they drive by. She turned the sadness she felt these past days into a drive to help stop this inhumanity. As she planned to attend the peaceful protest organized by the Youth Foundation Protest organization, I felt the need to protect her. I volunteered to attend with her, to support her, Black Lives Matter, and keep my protective eyes on my only child. She agreed and I was relieved that I would not need to worry about her while she was walking from Central High School to the State House.
I woke up yesterday to my dear one asking me to speak with her. She shared that she felt that it would be better if I stayed home so she would not need to worry about and protect me! Ah, how the child becomes the parent. I had to let go, to trust, let my birdling fly on her own.
This morning I awake, my heart filled with pride. For so many reasons, I smile.
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An idea….Two nights, about six hours, cardboard, scissors, Modge Podge and glue…..I look down upon my latest creation. It is so fun to just create! I smile.
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Just stirring awake, still snuggled under the covers of my fleece sheets, a familiar scent wafts under my nose. Mmmm…the aroma is so tantalizing, so comforting, just the smell makes me think of family, grandma’s house, special times. With a smile and a good morning, I reach out for that warm connection to knowing I belong, I have a tribe, someone loves me. My first sip of coffee is a loving hug. I smile.
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I sit upon my mat, legs crossed, hands on my knees. The room is quiet, so quiet I can only hear my heart beat. I am filled with joy as I look at each child sitting on each mat facing me. They sit, legs crossed, hands on their knees, eyes close. Children meditating. I smile.
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I place my kneeling mat on the ground, pull on my gloves and dig into the dirt. Using my husband’s grandfather’s hand rake, I scoop up the earthy brown mixture. Ah…a worm – cut it in half! I pick it up and place it gently in a new home, safe and whole. I smile.
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I was introduced to The Book of Awesome by Neil Pasricha this year. He is also the author of 1000awesomethings.com. In homage to him, and inspired by his creative idea, I’ve decided to follow in his footsteps…
What makes me smile? Seeing a new sponge in the holder when preparing to start dishes! Especially when I’m not one who put it there! I smile.
I’d love to hear about what makes you smile!!