Slow down and be grateful for the small things.

We often forget to slow down and be grateful for the small things in life. If you are like me, you often move through the motions of our busy lives and forget to appreciate all that we have. I know for me, the days start to blend into each other, and I have to sometimes remind myself what day of the week it is. My kids are involved in so many extracurricular activities that I am constantly running and rushing from place to place.

Then there are days like today. I woke up this morning and layed in bed for a few minutes. These are the days when I just take a step back and appreciate everything that I have in my life. No, my life is not perfect, but it is exactly where I want it to be right now. I am far from being financially secure or having the many physical items that we all want in life. But I have a loving husband, two precious little girls, a family that loves me unconditionally, and friends that I cherish. When I close my eyes one day, I can honestly say that my life was complete. We can’t take material things and money with us to heaven, but we can take the memories that we share with those we love and that is something that I am fortunate to get to do each and every day.

I wish that we could all live our lives through the eyes of a child. They have such a pure heart and truly appreciate even the smallest things in life. When my children visit the doctor’s office, they get so excited for the small sticker that they get at the end. Can you imagine what the world would be like if everyone thought like a child? Instead, we get older, and life happens. We forget to practice gratitude and appreciate all that we have. We focus on what we don’t have and then allow that to dictate our emotions and view of the world.

Today I am going to try and go through my day in the eyes of a child. I decided to take a step back and soak up everything that this day will bring. I am so grateful that I get to be the one that educates my children. Not only do I get to spend all this time with them as they grow up, but I get to watch and contribute to every small accomplishment that they make. It is a feeling that I could never fully describe.

I hope that you all have an incredible day today. As you read this, take a second to think of all the things you are grateful for today. I know that it is not an easy task for anyone. We all have bills piling up, loved ones ill, endless responsibilities, etc. I get it! By no means am I a preacher or even a positive person. My husband can vouch for that! I worry and stress out constantly. But today I am going to put all of that aside and focus on all that good I have and live this day to the fullest. I hope that you can all do that same. Happy first day of Spring!!

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Today’s Deals

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