ANY GIVEN DAY

Sometimes it takes a whole lot. And other times, all it really seems to take is...


> My youngest, who used to cutely mispronounce all kinds of words (including merote vs. remote), totally make me laugh and accidentally call it Monica instead of Hanukkah.

> My very, structured, precise oldest, who almost steps all over himself to obey his mom and not correct his sister when she mispronounces something, turn and say, "It's Hanukkah! NOT Monica! Really? Sorry mom...couldn't let that one go."

> A friend who knows you well enough to say, "Hands off the steering wheel friend...this one's out of your control. Time to move on."

> Someone who cares enough about you to come over, ignore you when you say, "I can do it", look you square in the eye and reply, "Listen...I know you aren't used to being the one to be taken care of, but sit down and let me help you feel better. Now." Impressive. Appreciated.

> Having that same someone go to the trouble to whip up some homemade German concoction you've never heard of called Gluhvein because it cures everything.

> My sweet boy hugging me after a long Saturday and telling me I'm "the best mom ever" and "I had a super, great time with you today".

> My little girl hugging my neck after same said long day and saying, "I just want to go home now, mommy. Snuggling with you is my favorite thing."

> Sitting out on my veranda enjoying a breeze and quiet time with a sweet tea in my hand. Then looking over at Ben and having him say, "Ahhhhh...this is the life.".

> Someone telling you, "You're even beautiful when you're sick". Awwwwwwe...so sweet.

> While cleaning debris out of the horses pastures, the kids are told whoever gets the most wins a prize. Ben yells, "Do dead rabbits count for extra points?!" and he wasn't kidding.

> A horse I've totally fallen head-over-heels for, hears me call him from completely across the field and literally leaps into a full-throttle gallop to get over to me. Ugh...one of God's most beautiful creatures!

> Being at total peace with the path God's carefully and thoughtfully paved in front of me. I'm grateful for the lessons He's firmly ingrained in my heart and head regarding the well-being of my kids and their future. I know without a doubt they are my priority 24/7, 365 days a year and nothing will ever change that.

> Going back to an "old" website, then looking over the new one I helped create. So thankful God blessed me with a little talent here and there so I can earn a living.

> Glancing to the left of my computer at a stack of birthday cards sent to me by people I'm so thankful to have in my life. I've read them all numerous times.

> Finding a gift card I forgot about and of all the places it could be to, it's to the place I need most right now...a massage!

> Knowing I did the right thing. Regardless of the result.


And sometimes. Well, sometimes all it takes is fitting into your skinny jeans.


Always remember and never forget: The most beautiful memories aren't specific dates on a calendar. It's the every little moment-by-moment things that matter.