Daily Question, February 11 What are the simplest things that bring me joy? 55 Reflections Share Click here to cancel reply.Please log in or Create a Profile to post a comment. Notify me when someone replies to my comment via e-mail. Mica1 year agoMicaGoing out on my balcony, smelling the fresh chilly morning air, and looking at my plants. 7 Reply Chester1 year agoChesterThe night sky with at least one visible star – all the better with a familiar constellation. 7 Reply Mica1 year agoMicaI love it, Chester – 1 star is enough. I’ll try to remember that. The main stars of Orion in the winter is about all the constellations I typically see now. 3 Reply Cathie1 year agoCathieBreathing A pet A smile A dance A sharing The sun – then moon – the clouds – the stars The ocean A friend – a loved one – feeling loved A taste – a sight – a touch – a sound- a scent My feet hitting the floor each AM 7 Reply Patricia1 year agoPatriciaScattering a little deer corn for the deer as they go through this incredible arctic cold; making sure there’s suet and sunflower seeds for the birds in their feeders…. Sewing/quilting … Having a grandchild to cuddle … OH and my morning coffee and a fire in the fireplace insert. Ahhhhh. Thank you, God, for all such small, simple things that bring such joy (and aren’t really small or simple at all). 8 Reply sparrow1 year agosparrowYou are right, dear Patricia… these ‘small joys’ are not really small at all! For Joy! ♥ 4 Reply Holly in Ohio1 year agoHolly in OhioGetting up in the night and seeing the brightness outside, Everything brightened by the fresh snow and outlined with dark tree trunks, a beautiful negative landscape. The cat often senses me coming awake before I move, climbs up on me and kneads me! I'll be making bread this morning. I love the rhythm of kneading, seeing the rise when I check on it, and of course the smell of it baking in the oven. I'm starting to germinate seeds for the spring, even though the winter storm blows outsi...Getting up in the night and seeing the brightness outside, Everything brightened by the fresh snow and outlined with dark tree trunks, a beautiful negative landscape. The cat often senses me coming awake before I move, climbs up on me and kneads me! I’ll be making bread this morning. I love the rhythm of kneading, seeing the rise when I check on it, and of course the smell of it baking in the oven. I’m starting to germinate seeds for the spring, even though the winter storm blows outside. Whether cold and indoors or in summer outside, I always get a thrill when I see the first signs of germination… their little green heads poking up. My husband’s patience with me when I’m grumpy, and he will listen attentively. It’s one of the ways I know how much he loves me, and it fills my heart with love instead of whatever I was feeling before. Putting on old, comfortable, clean jeans. Finishing a good knitting project or other crafty project. I’m close to finishing a classic “James Bond” vest for Cameron. Hearing laughter. Read More8 Reply Butterfly1 year agoButterflyWatching the birds in the garden. The scent of a vase of daffodils just beginning to open. A good chat with my carer or a family member. Feeling connected to the Oneness of all things and beings. A cuddle with my little cat. 7 Reply Katelyn Wehlauch1 year agoKatelyn Wehlauch-spending time with my family -cuddling my puppies -drinking a hot cup of coffee first thing in the morning -a hot bath at the end of the day -hearing my kids say they love me 7 Reply Jacqueline Schwartz1 year agoJacqueline SchwartzThe birds in winter that hover unafraid as I fill the bird feeder. My dogs that bark with excitement as I prepare to go out and play with them. Bringing a smile to someone’s face. Starting a new book. Morning meditation and yoga. 7 Reply Journey1 year agoJourney-The smell of freshly brewed coffee -Watching leaves and branches on trees rustle daintily in the breeze -Watching sunlight dance, dapple and peak through trees -Seeing a baby’s face light up in a smile, seeing babies stretch their little limbs -Children’s laughter and watching them play without a care in the world -My 20 year old son’s smart retorts always make me laugh -Music -Books -Conversations with friends -Fresh snowfall 8 Reply Twinmom1 year agoTwinmomThe first look I have in the mirror when I wake up every morning. Knowing that it’s a new day. My coffee and Starbucks white chocolate mocha creamer. A blank slate to work on. My new office. 8 Reply Trish1 year agoTrishFaces: the incredible expressions we all make, the crinkle in the corner of the eyes, the slope or square or button of a nose, and the profound way a smile can impact my day. 7 Reply Carol1 year agoCarolTaking my walk–I may not be able to go as far as I use to but the fresh air is so invigorating. my first cup of coffee each morning; spending time with my son; a phone call or a snail mail letter from a friend (I love snail mail!); listening to music; looking at pictures that hold cherished memories; baking goodies for family, friends and neighbors. 8 Reply devy1 year agodevySeeing the sunrise with the beginning of a new day, talking to an old friend every once and a while, watching animals in nature, hearing our neighbourhood cardinals, blue jays and other birds chirping, listening to music or being able to see a concert. I look forward again being able to visit and embrace those close to me. 7 Reply sunnypatti1 year agosunnypattiSeeing the sunrise thru the tall pines at the front of our property. Watching our dog sit in the front yard, just breathing in the moment. He is so Zen-like sometimes! Watching our cat find the perfect sunny spot to lay in. This hot cup of coffee I'm drinking with cinnamon, cayenne and coconut oil. Talk about a morning boost! Birds chirping. Holding hands with my fiance. Listening to music. Dancing. Practicing yoga. Finding flowers in what I call the "scratch and dent" section of the groc...Seeing the sunrise thru the tall pines at the front of our property. Watching our dog sit in the front yard, just breathing in the moment. He is so Zen-like sometimes! Watching our cat find the perfect sunny spot to lay in. This hot cup of coffee I’m drinking with cinnamon, cayenne and coconut oil. Talk about a morning boost! Birds chirping. Holding hands with my fiance. Listening to music. Dancing. Practicing yoga. Finding flowers in what I call the “scratch and dent” section of the grocery store and watching them thrive for days on my dining room table! I have some beautiful yellow spider mums and white orchids that I paid $2 for! And now I must mention my dining room table. It’s a large farmhouse style table that seats 8. I’m sitting on a bench at the head of the table now. When we bought our home last year, I wanted a farmhouse table for our farmhouse property. Everything was so expensive, so we bought a picnic table to hold us over. That was all good, but one day Konrad called me from the Habitat resale store, telling me he found the perfect table for only $300 (this particular store is usually pretty pricey on furniture).. He shot me some pics, and I couldn’t believe it. It’s beautiful and perfect and I love that we can host family for a nice meal since we both love feeding people! Oh how I love this table <3 Read More11 Reply Patricia1 year agoPatriciaOh, I need info on the cinnamon and cayenne in the coffee, Sunnypatti! I often do butter/coconut oil or MCT coffee – or with collagen peptides, etc – but I’m always interested in new variations, and the why of it. Thanks! 4 Reply sunnypatti1 year agosunnypattiCinnamon and cayenne are so good for us in their own ways and both immune boosters. Cinnamon tastes good (obviously!), is full of antioxidants, helps prevent blood sugar spikes, and good for brain functioning. Cayenne is good for the blood, helps with pain issues, good for digestion, and good for skin issues...but not good for those with stomach ulcers or digestive problems. Cinnamon and cayenne together make a tasty coffee, or at least I think so! I also add collagen depending on how my morning...Cinnamon and cayenne are so good for us in their own ways and both immune boosters. Cinnamon tastes good (obviously!), is full of antioxidants, helps prevent blood sugar spikes, and good for brain functioning. Cayenne is good for the blood, helps with pain issues, good for digestion, and good for skin issues…but not good for those with stomach ulcers or digestive problems. Cinnamon and cayenne together make a tasty coffee, or at least I think so! I also add collagen depending on how my morning is going. Otherwise, I add it to my yogurt or oatmeal. Such easy, healthy additions to our diets. And a good way to add some flavor since I’d rather get my sugar intake from fun stuff like chocolate or ice cream. hahaha! Read More4 Reply Patricia1 year agoPatriciaI’m going to pull out my cinnamon, cayenne and coconut oil right now and put it by the coffeemaker so I remember tomorrow morning! Thanks! 3 Reply Howie Geib1 year agoHowie GeibThe right table is EVERYTHING. 6 Reply sunnypatti1 year agosunnypattiI have never had a table I could entertain at, despite loving to entertain and feed people, so this one is truly a dream come true 🙂 3 Reply Pam1 year agoPamWaking up to live another day Being with my family Being able to hug my mom . I visited her in nyc last Saturday . Seeing my cat sleeping on my bed . 10 Reply EJP1 year agoEJPMy precious grandchildren…..sweet, pure innocent joy at its finest. 9 Reply Cliff1 year agoCliffRubbing my lap cat’s belly each morning. Writing in my journal. 7 Reply Kevin1 year agoKevinShaking another person’s hand (pre-pandemic) Hearing children laugh Rowing whaleboats on the ocean Photography Finding the right word. 12 Reply Journey1 year agoJourneyFinding the right word. How lovely and how important especially when we are inclined to say the first and not necessarily kind thing that comes to mind. Thank you for this. 6 Reply Michele1 year agoMicheleRight now, my coffee with Crème brûlée creamer and lemon biscotti are bringing me joy. 8 Reply Kevin1 year agoKevinI can smell it from here, Michele! 5 Reply Lioness1 year agoLionessToday it was the fact that my uncle called me first with some news, and was ask for my advice. When family reach out to me I smile on the inside. 11 Reply « Previous 1 2 3 Next » My Private Gratitude Journal Write an entry in your private gratefulness journal Get Started This site is brought to you by A Network for Grateful Living, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. All donations are fully tax deductible in the U.S.A. DONATE https://gratefulness.org/content/uploads/2015/03/GX-Gold-Participant-L.png Community Engagement Guidelines Privacy Policy [email protected] Connect with us on Social Media: © 2000 - 2022, A Network for Grateful Living Website by Briteweb
