As 2020 fades into 2021, I’m saying goodbye with a grateful heart. There have been devastating and heartbreaking stories this year, and most everyone has had to adapt to a new way of life. But through it all, there have been enlightening moments too.
Read moreMarvel in the Everyday
There are many simple rituals that bring relaxation and joy into the everyday.
Sitting outside this morning, I marveled at the honeybees foraging in the lavender plants on our patio, while enjoying a good cup of coffee―which counts as a simple joy on its own. As I took in the beauty of a peaceful morning, I noticed a huge bubble floating above the trees. I was curious as to where it came from. I saw another bubble, then a series of smaller bubbles travelling on the warm breeze… I searched the horizon and saw a toddler and his mother sitting on the steps of their home’s balcony, blowing bubbles. The little boy, amazed by these bubbles, tried to catch them as they rose on the wind, above his reach.
There is beauty and wonder to be grasped in these special moments. The simple act of slowing down can bring restoration and peace into our busy lives. Even if, you only stole a few minutes in your day, take this precious time, it is a gift. I believe that every single day should include these moments of appreciation, they can nourish the soul incredibly and bring clarity into our lives.