Showing posts with label love. Show all posts
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Friday, February 10, 2012
Saturday, December 24, 2011
Thursday, November 24, 2011
"little things" for Thanksgiving Part 3
I love Thanksgiving.
Not for the turkey or pumpkin pie, although enticing and delicious....I love Thanksgiving because it is a day set aside solely to give thanks.
I know we all have so much to be thankful for...even if things in our life aren't perfect.
There is ALWAYS something for which we can (and should) give thanks!
Not for the turkey or pumpkin pie, although enticing and delicious....I love Thanksgiving because it is a day set aside solely to give thanks.
I know we all have so much to be thankful for...even if things in our life aren't perfect.
There is ALWAYS something for which we can (and should) give thanks!
A piano in my home. It is a great blessing to be a professional musician. Music speaks from the soul things we are not capable of expressing with words and I'm so blessed to own my own piano not only for use in my profession, but for my own enjoyment.
Calluses. I know, a weird thing to be thankful for, but it shows hard work, dedication, love, and motivation. All of which are beautiful things!
Dancing. I'm not a very good dancer, but I love the way it feels when my favorite song is on and my body can't help but express joy through movement.
Education. I'm so grateful for a chance to get a great education and I'm grateful for all the people who helped make that happen.
Fall. The color of the leaves. The crunch of them beneath my toes. The crisp, cool air....all of it.
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Garbage trucks, and their drivers. Take a second and imagine life without them.....yeah, they are pretty great. You should sincerely thank one the next time they stop by your house! I have a Thank You note ready on our garbage can for ours tomorrow!
Healing. The ability to heal is incredible! I've watched - and worked terribly hard - as my knee has undergone surgery and 2 months of healing. It is a beautiful miracle to behold.
Illustrations done by my children. Not only can my Green boy draw me beautiful pictures, he can write me love notes which I treasure.
Illustrations done by my children. Not only can my Green boy draw me beautiful pictures, he can write me love notes which I treasure.
Jokes. I love a good joke. I don't think I'm all that funny or witty so I am really grateful for the people in my life who can make me laugh. Man....I love a good laugh.
Kicks. I'm so grateful for shoes. Have you stopped and thought about how blessed you are to be able to own a pair of shoes to protect your little feet? I have, and I'm sooo grateful.
Littlies. I am head over heels in love with my little miracles and my blue boy and green boy have stolen my heart.
Mr. Wilson. He's the number one boy around here and I am so grateful to be married to my best friend. He lifts me up and inspires me to be better. What an amazing blessing!
Noses. Without my nose I would miss out on so much joy. I mean, there are lots of things I would rather not smell, but the smell of cinnamon, freshly baked cookies, Mr.Wilson's cologne, pumpkin pie, bonfire, apple cider, and freshly bathed babies brings bliss.
Other people. I am grateful for all the people in my life who encourage, support and love me. They inspire me to try harder, reach for my dreams and have greater love for those around me.
Kicks. I'm so grateful for shoes. Have you stopped and thought about how blessed you are to be able to own a pair of shoes to protect your little feet? I have, and I'm sooo grateful.
Littlies. I am head over heels in love with my little miracles and my blue boy and green boy have stolen my heart.
Mr. Wilson. He's the number one boy around here and I am so grateful to be married to my best friend. He lifts me up and inspires me to be better. What an amazing blessing!
Noses. Without my nose I would miss out on so much joy. I mean, there are lots of things I would rather not smell, but the smell of cinnamon, freshly baked cookies, Mr.Wilson's cologne, pumpkin pie, bonfire, apple cider, and freshly bathed babies brings bliss.
Other people. I am grateful for all the people in my life who encourage, support and love me. They inspire me to try harder, reach for my dreams and have greater love for those around me.
Pets. We love our little black Bella and the place she holds in our family.
Quilts. My angel Mother is a maker of beautiful quilts and not only do they offer warmth and comfort, they are special works of art.
Reading. I am so grateful for the ability to read and the joy that comes from comprehending and learning new things.
Scriptures. I love the truth found within their pages. I love the joy and knowledge that comes from reading them.
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Temples.
Reading. I am so grateful for the ability to read and the joy that comes from comprehending and learning new things.
Scriptures. I love the truth found within their pages. I love the joy and knowledge that comes from reading them.
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Temples.
Underwear. Well, it's true!
Vacuum. ugh. I really love what a fresh vacuuming job can do for my home.
Walls. Whether it's an apartment, duplex, condo or home....I've always felt so blessed to have a roof over my head and walls to bring me warmth and comfort.
Xyzal. My allergy pills. Soooo grateful for you!
You readers who come to my little space here at 'squeezing it all in'. I'm so grateful for you!
Zesty meals. Yes, I figured out a way to use the letter 'z'.
I hope you have all had a great Thanksgiving Day!
Remember, we don't have to be grateful one day a year.
We can be searching for our beautiful little blessings everyday.
That's what my search for life's "little things" is all about!
Thursday, November 10, 2011
What I love to call mine...
There was cause for a celebration this week as a certain Mr. Somebody turned 2.
I kept myself pretty busy getting a Jeep cake prepared for this little man, but it made it all worth it when he called out "Jeep" with excitement upon his first view of the cake.
(even though it didn't turn out how I planned and I was afraid he wouldn't be able to recognize it.)
I kept myself pretty busy getting a Jeep cake prepared for this little man, but it made it all worth it when he called out "Jeep" with excitement upon his first view of the cake.
(even though it didn't turn out how I planned and I was afraid he wouldn't be able to recognize it.)
I get to celebrate my little miracle boys every single day, but when their birthdays roll around there is an extra special amount of love and gratitude in my heart at the privilege I have of being able to love and squeeze them here on this Earth.
Even though his Birthday was a day full of crying and fit throwing - and I was lucky enough to catch the one smile of the day on film - I wouldn't change anything.
Even though his Birthday was a day full of crying and fit throwing - and I was lucky enough to catch the one smile of the day on film - I wouldn't change anything.
These little men have changed me for the better and I'm so happy I get to call them mine.
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
Creative "little things"
Wouldn't this just make the top of your "little things" every. single. day?!?!
I can imagine this could help start even the hardest of mornings with a beautiful smile.
Friday, March 11, 2011
Give your smile...
Take a gander at these faces with me…
Pretty beautiful …right?
and handsome even when so incredibly sad…
(the adorable Monster Hat was made by one of my amazing sisters who has been working her crochet hooks like a pro!)
(the adorable Monster Hat was made by one of my amazing sisters who has been working her crochet hooks like a pro!)
These faces were filled with more tears today than smiles…
literally non-stop…
except for our short trip to the thrift store.
Neither one of them could express the reasons for all the sadness and it broke my heart. I’ve been feeling frustrated all day because I can’t seem to make it better and I don’t know what to do.
There is no owie to kiss, no dirt to brush off.
Maybe they just need some sleep, maybe they need their Dad.
Whatever it is, I’ve come to the conclusion that I can’t fix it.
Not today and well,
I hate that.
What I do know is…I’m glad I have the privilege of calling them mine. Even on hard days like today.
But if you look past the hard things you can see that days like today are days where all the big and less important things disappear and all that’s left is what is most important…tears of someone you love.
No workout routine, no meeting, lesson plan or busy schedule can replace my job today. So my 1st “little thing” for today is this…
the chance I have to give my beautiful miracle boys my love and my smile.
My 2nd “little thing” so far today was the sight of this smiling face beaming a friendly welcome as I opened the pantry door.
literally non-stop…
except for our short trip to the thrift store.
Neither one of them could express the reasons for all the sadness and it broke my heart. I’ve been feeling frustrated all day because I can’t seem to make it better and I don’t know what to do.
There is no owie to kiss, no dirt to brush off.
Maybe they just need some sleep, maybe they need their Dad.
Whatever it is, I’ve come to the conclusion that I can’t fix it.
Not today and well,
I hate that.
What I do know is…I’m glad I have the privilege of calling them mine. Even on hard days like today.
But if you look past the hard things you can see that days like today are days where all the big and less important things disappear and all that’s left is what is most important…tears of someone you love.
No workout routine, no meeting, lesson plan or busy schedule can replace my job today. So my 1st “little thing” for today is this…
the chance I have to give my beautiful miracle boys my love and my smile. My 2nd “little thing” so far today was the sight of this smiling face beaming a friendly welcome as I opened the pantry door.
Go and find your “little things” today. Hold on to them and cherish them and if you can’t find one…go give someone your smile!
Don’t forget to enter the giveaway…and get your friends to enter too! Don’t be shy – I LOVE to hear from you!
Next week we have one of my timed and tested tutorials for Monday (perfect for a Mother’s day gift), more “little things” features and more “thrifty tips”.
See you then…Have a great weekend!
Let’s continue to share and inspire each other!
email me your “little things” list at squeezingitallin@gmail.com
Don’t forget to enter the giveaway…and get your friends to enter too! Don’t be shy – I LOVE to hear from you!
Next week we have one of my timed and tested tutorials for Monday (perfect for a Mother’s day gift), more “little things” features and more “thrifty tips”.
See you then…Have a great weekend!
Let’s continue to share and inspire each other!
email me your “little things” list at squeezingitallin@gmail.com
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