I think that I would select this lesson as one of my Top Ten. It would have been lovely to receive a million dollar signing bonus, win a LottoMax jackpot, or be granted an eight figure retirement package. But since that kind of bonanza was not in the cards, I know that I have been blessed instead with many of life’s simple gifts. I experience them every day through my five senses.
I love the sight of: a beautiful sunrise, any rainbow, a chinook arch, the colours of a butterflies wings, a field of wild flowers, kittens playing, new-fallen snow, trees budding in Spring, autumn leaves, a gurgling mountain steam …
I love to hear: the sound of rain on the roof, the crackle of a wood fire, any bird singing, a bat hitting a baseball, rolling thunder, crashing waves, tree leaves rustling in the wind…
I love to smell: fresh mown grass, the air after a spring rain, cooking bacon, fresh lilacs, lemons and oranges, freshly sawed lumber, campfire smoke, fresh popcorn, a Christmas tree, anything being barbecued…
I love the taste of: fresh strawberries, sauerkraut, grilled trout, any icing on any cake, anything pickled, mashed potatoes, corn on the cob, marmalade, Diet Coke, peppermint…
I love the feel of: a baby’s skin, cashmere, soft leather, peach skin, velvet, a clean shave, loose clothing, old shoes, a hot shower, an outdoor campfire…
I believe that most of the joy and happiness in life involve the simple pleasures that we encounter on a regular basis. Sharing these simple treats with family and friends only enhances the enjoyment. Most of us aren’t going to win the lottery, so we should really count our blessings and just enjoy all of the little pleasures that life provides for us on a daily basis. Don’t lose sight of the simple gifts!
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