May 26, 2014

And On the Other Side of the Coin....

As promised last week, I offer a more positive reflection on life's experiences.  I do very much enjoy the little things that bring such joy to one's life.  The slighter the better - no need for a big "wow" moment in my life.  There are so many rewarding things to enjoy.

Like sitting outside at dusk watching the bats dance with the stars as they both come to life in the evening sky.  With the abundant insect life throughout the warm summer months, I can't help but wonder how they find enough to satisfy their appetites in these early spring, cool evenings.  

That full moon you forgot to look for.  The same one that takes your breath away when you round the corner and see.  Even if your mind is busy troubling over some trifle or another, it's soon forgotten when the sight of that glorious heavenly orb meets your eyes.

Waking on a weekend morning knowing that you really don't have to be anywhere any time soon.  Feeling the joy of rolling over just one more time, and knowing the alarm clock will not summon you out of bed.  Indeed, those mornings I love the sound of birds waking in the predawn. And even if they do keep me awake for a short time, I know I can pull the covers over my head and fade away for a little more snoozing.

A smile.  It can come from a friend or someone I do not know-doesn't matter.  The power it holds is remarkable and is almost as rewarding as a hearty, laugh-out-loud chuckle.  Yes, those are two of life's best things.

Scratching that itch that just won't seem to go away.  Sometimes this is a literal thing and you need a helping hand from a friend to get that out of reach spot.  Other times it's figurative.  You know what I mean, I'm sure.

Fresh rain that just keeps on giving. First, it's the sound of the drops on the windows, then the irresistible urge to take a walk in it, and then the green growth that follows the next day.  Simply wonderful.

Vacations, babies, a kitten, a puppy, Fridays.  A great book, movie, live music. A good neighbor, and sons to look up to.  My list of favorite things goes on and on, but it wouldn't be fair to bore you my dear reader any longer, and after all, that song's already been written.  So I will finish with just one more  thing.....

A memory.  I think this is probably my favorite joy since it's the one thing I can have anytime I want. 

And the good ones never go away.