As a small child it is the little things that made you happy.
Going to the park
As a small child, it is the little things that made you happy.
Going to the park
Playing at the beach
Skipping rocks
Going on a nature walk
Walking barefoot in the grass or in a cow pie (yes, we did this)
Throwing a snowball
Sledding
Playing on the swings
Spending time with friends and family
Watching a movie
Going fishing
It wasn’t about how long you spent doing these things or who you were with in particular, it was just the simplicity of having fun and enjoying the day. Doing something fun!
I remember doing special things with my parents, siblings, grandparents and neighbors throughout my childhood. We could be working in the garden or chopping wood in the neighbors pasture, it didn’t matter, we were together and we made it fun. Such simple things that didn’t cost a dime were so much fun. Yes, we worked hard most days but we also played just as hard.
What I have come to realize as I experience being a mother of 4 beautiful children is that it is a million little things that matter. It is the hugs, the smiles, the I am proud of you and most importantly the simple words I love you that make the biggest impact.
Do you appreciate the million little things?
The smiles, the giggles, and the time spent together with family and friends.
Do you recognize those little things?
In our busy lives we sometimes forget that we are not the only ones giving a million little things to everyone around us. If we look deeper and with more patience we can see the million little things others do for us as well.
The opportunity to comfort others during challenging times – a million little things.
The endless hours of giggles and chatting with a group of friends – a million little things.
There is nothing better than this because each moment is made up of a million little things!
I have come to realize that a million little things has turned into a million very important things that I never took the time to see.
If I started making a list, I am pretty sure I would never stop because I think the list becomes endless once you start. Bless others with a million little things, recognize and appreciate the million little things others do for you.
I hope you take the time to count your million little things!