Every night our family prays together {love}.
I always ask our littles to share with God what they are most thankful for.
I love listening to their sweet, gentle voices as they tell Him about the simple things
{that possibly would seem mundane to others},
that they found great pleasure in.
It could be simply going outside to ride their bikes…
playing in their secret hide-out with their friends after school…
building an amazing fort out of our couch cushions
{which they happened to squeeze in before school this morning},
cuddling together while reading a picture book,
or finally having a treat they’ve been begging for all afternoon!
They don’t complicate things….
and they have no reason to focus on the negative
and get caught up in life’s stress.
They are kids…
they focus on the good of the day…
the simple things that make their hearts happy {thank goodness}.
Obviously, we can all learn a lot from our children.
During this month of November…
I am going to try to have a heart like a child,
and focus on the simple things in my life that bring me happiness….
I will remember to keep a thankful heart…
and a gracious spirit…
even when life gets hectic and seems overwhelming.
Today, I took particular notice of the cold,
crisp afternoon wind that sent chills down my spine…
{but in a good Fall-like fashion}.
With it brought a moment of peace and clarity that I needed.
I hope that you will join me in keeping note of the things that make you smile…
the things you are truly grateful for during this season of your life.
{xo, sara}
{Via: I Am Momma – Hear Me Roar: Wake Up Wednesday}
