Happiness

Ooh, what a fun prompt! This is such a great one for me, because I genuinely am so delighted by many of the things most people would consider “ordinary” or “everyday”.

• Waking up my kids for school. Helping with styling their hair. Having them ask my opinions or suggestions on outfit choices. Wishing them luck on a big test or presentation. Being able to always give them a quick hug, when the school bus arrives, as I repeat the same “Love you! Have a good day!”, everyday.

• Playing music while I do housework, especially on a sunny and warm day, when I can leave some windows and doors open.

• Kitchen chats with my kids. We have the best talks when they come sit with me in the kitchen. Sometimes the topics are tough ones. Usually, we simply start to talk, and wind up have amazing conversations. We’ve discussed a wide range of issues and subjects. I value their opinions, and encourage them to explore a variety of ideas and perspectives. I tell my kids all the time how much fun it is watching them grow and show me who they are!
• Evening showers with my husband. We’ve been showering together before bed everyday, for years. It’s our time. We are able to communicate, even and especially when there is frustration, hurt, fear, etc. For us, we learned that there’s a benefit in being naked together both physically and emotionally, and in knowing there will consistently be opportunity to talk openly, vulnerable with one another, everyday. It just works for us!
• Beautiful mornings on the back deck, drinking coffee with my husband, or a close friend or family member. Watching as the sun rises. Hearing the birds chirp. The smell of fresh cut grass and sunshine.

These are a few of my favorite things. ♥️