It’s decided. I HAVE to get back on track.
Life has just been spinning this year between dealing with unpleasant issues with Rob’s ex, and then Rob’s recent heart attack and recovery, we have barely had time to just enjoy the little joys in our everyday life.
So. I just have to jump back in as I know I will regret having this big gap of time in our lives that I’m not recording.
No better way to start with a quote. Quote of the week. Or weekend as it is now.
Someone on Facebook had posted a picture of this little verse that struck me and seemed perfect for the celebration of all things ordinary that I am feeling now given the past month.
Make the Ordinary Come Alive
Do not ask your children to strive for extraordinary lives.
Such striving may seem admirable, but it is a way of foolishness.
Help them instead to find the wonder and marvel of an ordinary life.
Show them the joy of tasting tomatoes, apples and pears.
Show them how to cry when pets die and people die.
Show them the infinite pleasure in the touch of a hand.
And make the ordinary come alive for them.
The extraordinary will take care of itself.
Aww, beautiful quote, have been thinking about you and hoping all is well with you and your family. Sending good thoughts and hugs your way now 🙂
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Like Janine, I’ve been thinking about you and Rob! I hope that he is improving every day and that life is getting back to normal (or a new normal!).
I love the idea of making the ordinary come alive – that is what life is all about, isn’t it?!
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Wow. That hits me hard. Especially during a day spent gardening and going on a free Easter Egg Hunt down the street at the farm. I want the big stuff, as you know, but this..is what it’s about.
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This is so beautiful, Leah. Thanks for sharing. I hope things are getting better for you and your family.
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That is so beautiful! I’ve been wondering how you’ve been doing. I hope things are getting better. Thinking of you!
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I’m glad you are back in action, Leah. We have missed you, although completely understand your absence. I hope you coming back means that Rob’s recovery is going well! You two have been in my thoughts and prayers. As always, love the quote. It’s true we think so much about having an extraordinary life that we forget to appreciate how wonderful and amazing ordinary is.
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