Reflecting on our life and the important things

As I move on with my Monday I am hit with an important thought. We all have to determine what is important to each ones of us. As we are fortunate enough to live in a free country and have the freedom to pick and choose the things we include in our life. I for one are so thankful for family and friends that are in my life and there  for me. I am so lucky to have God in my life and have a great relationship with him.

As we move thru our day remember what you consider important in your life. What really matters to you, what really brings you joy, what comforts you when you are down? Are they material things, the new car, the designer clothes, the new electronics? Or is the time with your loved ones, the moment spent with your children and/or precious grandchild, the hug from your love one, or the I Love you from a child in the early morning or a hug or even a hi from your grandchild.  These special moments are so touching and such a wonderful blessing. I must also include in mine the purring of a cat as it moves close to you and wants your caress and sits there by you as you drop tears down your face. Of course also a loving look from a puppy dog as it waits your attention and just wants you to pet it. The glaring look as you enter your home and the dog or cat just wants to see you.

These things that are so precious are such a blessing. I find such joy in these things. They bring such comfort and joy to my heart and provide such relieve in my life. This interaction with my loved ones and my precious pets are such pleasures that can't be bought. They must be invested in and treated with respect. As you go thru your day and as you feel down, up or wherever you are just remember your important things.

What a morning,,

AS I turned over early this morning and debated to leave early and go on shopping or go back to sleep. Of course the get up early prevailed. I gathered my things and list and make my trek to big box store WM and was thankful because of the heat was only up to 89 degrees with it being earlier in the morning. As the heat has risen quite a bit over the last few weeks, being August in South is usually hot, but now it feels like 110 degrees outside in the heat of the day. Thankfully the store was not that busy and I was able to shop in somewhat peaceful isles. The shopping trip is such an adventure to stock my cabinets and refrigerator full of items needed. This time being able to shop for some of my granddaughters school list was a plus. I survived the trip and was able to return home, unload items and put up. While of course letting the beast of a dog we have out for her morning outing. The dog of course investigates the bags and watches in wonder as what have I brought home now. It is exciting for her I guess. So now tackling this shopping trip and being able get out of the heat is an accomplishment for the day so far. I do have to say I am thankful I have the resources and ability to shop and provide my home and family the things it needs. It is the small things that can bring such joy. As we go through our day remember to notice the small joys we have and the blessings around us.