This is what Lena does now when we say, “Smile, Lena!”
Ahh, that post-vacation crash! Can anyone relate? It’s been a long couple of weeks around here.
When I’m down, the little things in life can be such pick-me-ups, like the opportunity to finish your coffee while it’s still warm, or a surprise package from your sister-in-law with a new dress and the best chocolate ever, or the quiet joy that settles over your soul when your little one burrows in for a goodnight story.
Here are three things in particular that have made this week extra sweet:
Lena’s uncle Jonathan texted me a couple of weeks ago and asked what Lena’s favorite animal was. Random! And then… this! He drew her an awesome picture and wrote her a sweet note. It made her day! Thank you, Uncle Jonny.
For weeks after we receive a piece of mail, my kids carry the cards around, put them on the fridge, pretend to read the messages, and talk about the pictures. Of course, seeing this inspires me to write more letters or send more packages. Do you make time to write letters and send packages?
My friend Jamie just moved and, as she was unpacking, she discovered a gigantic box of books that her kids have outgrown. She decided to the whole box to us! When it arrived, it was like Christmas morning.
The kids and I have discovered so many treasures in the box, including The Little Engine That Could, The Snowy Day, Pat the Bunny, and The Snowman. However, we already have some of the books, and at first I wasn’t sure what to do with all the duplicates. Then I had a eureka moment — I’ll donate them to the library. Hopefully hundreds of kids will get to enjoy these books over the years. A gift that keeps on giving.
Thank you so much, Jamie!
And lastly: Gil’s toes. Because baby toes make the world go round. Sturdy feet on wobbly legs as a wee little man learns to walk… it’s almost impossible to top a moment like that!
What are you thankful for this week?
My girls always carry cards around like that! My mom sends them “just because” cards and they LOVE them so much. My little Lilly turned 4 this week! So amazing and so blessed to have such a sweet little girl, 2 of them actually :) I also turned to things I am grateful for when I am feeling down. It is such a pick me up. Thanks for the reminder!
So fun to know we’re not the only ones who loooooove getting mail! I’m so bad about sending mail regularly, though. I’m trying to do better by writing or sending a package to my sister and brother every week this year, but it’s still a challenge even with that dedicated goal!
I’m thankful for conversations with my grown children on Skype, for purple and white crocuses in our yard that just popped their heads up..(just before a 3 inch snowall!), and for a cat who likes to sit on my lap to be petted.
Can’t believe all the snow you’ve had! It’s a quiet-ish morning in Sicily now, with light streaming across the dewy green valley and a fresh snowfall on top of Mt Etna. I am savoring these spring days; they are my favorites in Sicily!
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