the pauses.
i have been trying to notice the pauses in between all the other stuff...
the hot hot water of the shower pelting my back
the truth and beauty in the sound of a friend's laughter
tucked in bed listening to jonny breathe as the rain pounds the roof
inhaling deeply while holding my favorite blue mug full of jasmine green tea
slipping on jon's shoes because then i can still wear my thick sock slippers while i take millie out and watch her run around the yard and stop and listen and run again as the rain drips drips drips upon us
a letting go of feelings that served their purpose
color sneaking its way in
a desire to wear more lipstick
looking out the window for just a moment while thinking about a dream that might come true
braiding my hair into two long braids and feeling more like myself
curling up by the fire with a really good book and my family
...i have been trying to notice the little moments that make up this life.
take a breath
Reader Comments (24)
Ah yes. Be. Here. Now.
uh huh ... it is those little moments, yes it is ... i call them 'small moments that make a life' :)
your little moments sound so perfect especially the cute braids and the fire, i have braids in today but sigh, no fire ... xo
It is indeed the small moments that often times mean the most...build them up, weave them together and they spell goodness. And dreams do come true. ;-) xoxoxo
i put on m's shoes to take out the garbage and i'm saying YES to lipstick.
the pauses...oh aren't they delicious? xo
yes, the little moments...x
Your list makes me pause and think about the little things in my day too. So easy to lost in the busy-ness.
And I think today will be a perfect one for lipstick - just to brighten things up a bit.
"a letting go of feelings that served their purpose"....ahhhhh, that strummed a cord in my spirit. this one goes on a post-it on my mirror reminding me to let go of fear as I reach for my long delayed dreams and goals this year. Thank you.
all good things, beautiful.
isn't it amazing how much beauty and truth rests in the pauses of an ordinary day.
love, love, love to you!
xoxoxo
Being aware is indeed a beautiful gift. Your moments all sound so peaceful. :)
everywhere i turn the universe is speaking. thank you for being a part of that for me.
big hugs,
~Amy
Sounds like you're not letting the craziness of the weather seep into your life -- good for you! Hope you are staying dry out there.
love this. the little moments that make up life. so lovely. take care.
I love this concept! Lately I've been trying to listen to my breathing between all the stuff of the everyday buzz ... trying to create space by being present. The image of your favorite blue mug with jasmine tea is beautiful. Thanks for sharing!
Seeking the sacred in the ordinary has been my "mantra" for many many years...
I bet those braids are lovely, can you post a picture?
this is beautiful...
and, a gentle invitation for me to remember and honor moments...
thank you*
warmly,
gem
i love the small moments as well...
a quiet drive this morning
listening to CBC
on the radio...
french vanilla cappacino...
listening to my boy chatter
right now about song lyrics...
xoxo
Happening upon a list like this, a picture like this... a good pause for me.
Happy New Year, Liz!
Those are special and beautiful moments. I enjoyed each one you shared.
The simple things are really the essence of life! Best Wishes for 2009!!
xoxo
wearing more lipstick, smile :) i'm feeling like eyshadow. but i completely get where you're coming from. enjoy!!
a wonderful reminder of being present ... lovely. xx, deb
mmm...i'm smelling....feeling...touching... hearing all these wonderous things with you xx
A beautiful list, Liz.
Just yesterday, I noticed that I set aside my journal and sat sipping espresoo and just looking out the window.
With this noticing, I realized my recent lack of noticing. Sad.
But happy -- because it's back! :)
"a letting go of feelings that served their purpose"
and that exhilarating breath we take after the fact :)