Small and Wonderful Things . . .

 

"The world is fairly studded and strewn with pennies cast broadside from a generous hand. But who gets excited by a mere penny? It is dire poverty indeed when a man is so malnourished and fatigued that he won't stoop to pick up a penny. But if you cultivate a healthy poverty and simplicity, so that finding a penny will literally make your day, then, since the world is in fact planted with pennies, you have with your poverty bought a lifetime of days. It is that simple. What you see is what you get." ~Anne Dillard 

 A few of the small and wonderful things which bring untold joy into my life. It's the small things in life which truly mean the most. Simple abundance . . . it's the best.

Getting to spend some time with two very beloved grandsons. Luke on the left (15) and Gabe on the right (20). Love these two boys. Other than online I had not really seen them in person for about 2 years.  Their visit was brief, only two days, but it was lovely. They look very Spanish here, I think. Funny that!

 

 

This son of mine. Anthony.  With his grandfather. He is named after my dad. It meant the world to my dad for Anthony to take some time out from his visit to me to spend some time with him.  And I know it meant a lot to Anthony to get to spend some time with his granddad.  Family times are the best of times and time spent with family is never wasted. So very true.

 

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We have had some very snowy days.  Very pretty to look at. Soft, white, fluffy. Not so fun to drive in, but still, so beautiful. This is the perfect start to the new year.

New month, new year, fresh beginnings. Clean pages to write upon. I hope it is a good one for everyone.

 

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Rest. I have taken plenty of time this past weekend to just rest. I really needed it. I was to bed early every night.  I watched church online. I didn't go really anywhere. A brief trip to the grocery store on Saturday for some cat food. That's it. I worked a bit on my talk for the 25th. I just lazed around. Yesterday I didn't even get dressed. 

I don't know who they are, but they come every year.  Most years they are Mr. and Mrs. Claus. This year they were the Grinch and Cindy Lou Who.  They brought little bags of goodies to every resident on the street.  Such a kind thing to do. I didn't think they were coming this year as they usually come before Christmas.  This year it was New Years. How wonderful it is that there are such kind people in the world. People who take the time to bake a ton of goodies and package it all up and then deliver it on a snowy day to the elderly with love and a smile.

I would like to know their story.

 

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A comfy house to keep me dry and warm. Safe. Sheltering. I am blessed.

My faith which strengthens and sustains me. I do not know where I would be without it.  There have been days where it is the only thing which keeps me going.

 

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Apples in winter  . . . 

 

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Very slowly the days are growing longer. Five more minutes of daylight in the last five days alone! Have you noticed any difference where you are yet?  

I have a good life. It is filled with a measure of peace and joy, wisdom and love, comfort and solace. Faith. Family. Friendship.  I have nothing to complain about.

A thought to carry with you  . . . 

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*Waiting is just

the gift of time in disguise.

A time to pray wrapped up 

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Because is the Lord ever late?

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In the kitchen today  . . . Golden Cracker Chicken.  Crispy on the outside. Tender and juicy inside.  Delicious all around.

Have a beautiful day. Be happy. Stay warm. Keep safe. I have a doctors appointment this afternoon.  Whatever you get up to be blessed and don't forget!

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And I do too!