gratitude

Lately 

I've been overwhelmed 

with gratitude

for being in a phase

of joy

Lately,
I've noticed
the incredible fascinations
of a child

Like when my grocery cart
had a bumpy wheel
but that just meant
a more exciting ride 

Like when 2 tiny friends
went to see some fish
and I wasn't sure
they'd even be aware
of all they were seeing
but they loved it

Like the laughter
of my dear friend,
Rebecca,
and what a gift
it is
to be her neighbor

Like the fact
that I can even be the one
to take my child

during the day 

to the aquarium

Like when I saw Daye
reach for Brooks' hand

And he let her grab it

 

And then hold it for a little

Like when we go for a walk

because it's sunny out

and she falls asleep

Like when we feed her meat sticks,

(who wants to eat meat sticks?)

and she LOVES them

and she doesn't even know 

how crazy her hair gets

after its been 

in pigtails all day

Like when every morning
we slide open the curtains
and find her standing there
with that lovey in her mouth
just waiting to see us
and get started with the day

Whatever it is

that's making me reflect

and feel sentimental

and come to a place

of intense affection,

I'm thankful

because this really is

a sweet spot to be