{a simple day}

March 15, 2013

Who doesn’t love a special occasion? And going to special places: a restaurant, a city, a vacation.

But a recent hint of spring reminded me that the most special days are sometimes the simplest.

The sun was out and a friend and I sat under the blue-blue sky at a coffee shop and just chatted. I never opened the paper. The sun warmed our backs as we talked about this and that. People drove by, walked past us. Kids laughed, a dog barked.

Life was going on all around us and I was reminded that just being able to draw breath in the sunshine was a gift.

Peets Coffee

Yellow roses were blooming in the backyard, so I picked a posey for the house and enjoyed their reflection in the mirrored vase.

Later, Riley helped me grade papers and reminded me that a nice nap on a quiet afternoon is always a good idea.

Cute as pie. Is pie cute?

So I took a little break. Made a cup of decaf, lit a candle, opened a book.

I’ve eaten at fine restaurants, traveled to exotic places, and done exciting work.

But nothing is as beautiful as a simple day filled with love and life.

Nothing.

Sharon Greenthal says:

March 15, 2013 at 2:25 pm

Agree 100 million percent. My husband has taught me that more than anyone – the peace and relaxation of sitting in our own backyard is priceless.

Shelley Zurek -- Still Blonde after all these YEARS says:

March 15, 2013 at 5:06 pm

I find a day spent in the sun enjoying food with good friends is the top experience!

Ellen Dolgen says:

March 15, 2013 at 5:18 pm

Such a great reminder to stop and smell the proverbial roses and enjoy life’s most quiet moments – a skill we ladies can definitely use as we try to quiet the more rocky times of menopause!

Darlene http://adventuresofamiddleagemom.com says:

March 15, 2013 at 5:21 pm

I agree with you! Some of the best times I’ve ever had in my life have been spent in my own backyard. Peaceful, serene…ahhhhhh….

ElaineLK says:

March 15, 2013 at 6:03 pm

What a nice reminder of how great little things are. Great pictures, too–and yes, your puppy is cute as pie!

Lori Lavender Luz says:

March 15, 2013 at 7:37 pm

Thanks for this reminder to look around at the beauty that’s already there.

This post is a perfect example of a perfect moment. I hope you’ll consider linking it to March’s Perfect Moment Monday when it comes out March 25. I’ll try to remind you!

Joyce Lansky says:

March 16, 2013 at 1:01 am

Nice perspective! I’ve recently been visiting ancient Rome with Cleopatra’s daughter . . . and I’ve been doing it on a sunny day.

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Kat @ Inspiration CAN be Found Everywhere says:

March 16, 2013 at 1:40 am

I love it … now if it was warm and my deck furniture was out I would love to have the time to enjoy a perfect simple day

Graciewilde says:

March 17, 2013 at 1:14 am

This was a terrific reminder. I’ve had a few of those moments during the past week. I must not forget them.