Even among the turmoil, I can find hope - SOS 7/23/20

With everything that is going on in our country and world, I find myself being very thankful for all that I have been blessed with each day.

The sunrise in the early morning
Time to reflect and contemplate
A good book or two or three
Time spent with friends
An apron display at the library
Creating cards to send to those I haven't seen in a while
The hummingbirds that seem to be peering in the window to see if we're watching
The dragonflies in abundance flitting around
Homegrown tomatoes, green peppers and cucumbers
Enjoying pizza and game night with a dear friend
Zooming with Michelle & Girls on Thursdays
Listening to all of their adventures
Watching their faces as they see themselves on line

The list goes on and on.  The days, weeks, months seem to be flying by and yet there is still all of the sickness and turmoil in our country and beyond.  I feel sheltered and hopeful and blessed.

Comments

  1. Christy Rush-LevineJuly 23, 2020 at 8:27 PM

    It strikes me as I read your list that you have captured simple pleasures that also make up a list of possibilities for future pieces of writing! Thanks for sharing your joys with us.

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  2. JulieJuly 23, 2020 at 9:03 PM

    What a beautiful list of pleasures! Each one of these is such a treasure.

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  3. MichelleJuly 23, 2020 at 9:22 PM

    Hope and blessings galore! It’s what keeps us going! Keep capturing these moments.

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  4. writekimwriteJuly 25, 2020 at 1:13 PM

    Simple joys to own and share!

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  5. Dr. Coach WritesJuly 28, 2020 at 4:27 PM

    I love the joy you find in the shelter #MakeRoomForJoy

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