Give Yourself Some Simple Cheer Today!
Poured myself a cup of java from my kitchen, this morning, before heading upstairs to write today’s blog post. Standing at the kitchen counter, I leaned into the heavenly scent originating from only a few inches away—where a simple bouquet of daffodils sat cheerily perched. Yup, I have already stopped, today, and smelled the daffodils (smile)!
You see, our local chapter of the American Cancer Society was selling daffodil bouquets as a fundraiser a few days ago. I bought one for home and another for my workplace office. Yesterday, amidst snowflakes flying outside my office window, I’d stop—from time to time—to marvel at the beauty of the bright yellow petals, the delicate, unique shape of each flower, and their strong, sturdy stems standing tall in a favorite vase I’d carried in from home. Each time I did so, I found myself smiling—literally...
Gift yourself some simple cheer this Wednesday. Slowly savor a cup of herbal tea. O
bserve the wind dancing amongst the treetops. Marvel at the softness of your pet’s silken fur as you pet her (or him). Breathe deeply into a mindfully enjoyed forward fold. Welcome in laughter and embrace it heartily. Soak in the richness of vintage jazz music while you work...
Joy, peace and cheer! T.
