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Having a bunch of garden grown squash all winter feels very luxurious. |
“The art of being happy lies in the power of extracting happiness from common things.”
— Henry Ward Beecher
It sounds like an oxymoron, but there is such a thing as simple luxuries. And in the gentle rhythm of my days, I like to treat myself to these small, accessible special moments.
It is not because I “deserve” them, but because they speak the truth to me about the bountiful universe: there is enough, and more than enough.
A steaming mug of tea by the window as the warm morning light spills in, spreading beams on my face, and filling my heart.
The perfect bite of a red-ripened apple, its sweet juice running down my throat like liquid joy.
A nap in an afternoon sunbeam just because.
Fresh towels that smell of sunshine, or giving yourself the permission to take five unrushed minutes to doodle without an agenda.
These aren’t grand gestures. They’re tiny, truthful moments that proclaim:
“Scarcity is just a story we tell ourselves. Abundance is what’s here, just waiting for us to notice.”
And in those sweet moments of savouring, something magical happens, and I feel reconnected.
Not just to plenty, but to the very source of creativity, playfulness, and deep, bubbling joy.
It’s like the universe nods and says, “I’ve got your back, always have, and always will.”
So today, I invite you: choose one small, luxury that works for you. Let it be ridiculously simple, and endlessly joyous.
Let these moments remind you that you are supported by a generous world, and that you only need to notice, make a request, then graciously receive its gifts.
Let the moment spark that delighted “yes” inside. Because when we recognize and receive the bounty with open hands and open hearts, joy doesn’t just visit — it comes to stay.
What’s your favorite little reminder of abundance in your life right now? As usual, we’d love to hear about it in the comments.
Dark red rowan berries covered in frost in front of a foggy field and the recent beautiful full moon.
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Alex
That conjures a beautiful image in my head. The riches of nature are bountiful.
Delete- Gregg
Few days ago simply happy to see that my two (!) in all carrot plants survived frost in large pots. Done before and in late spring I had harvest but that was still inside growhouse that I had to tear down. But also about eight baby sized Swiss chards are standing firm. That is an official biannual plant that if well taken care of should give two harvests. In my yard they just didn't grow fast enough through summer. Now looking forward to see them grow bigger this spring. And otherwise I'll eat them anyway.
ReplyDeleteIf you don't know Swiss chards it's in Holland listed as a forgotten or ancient vegetable. Only available if grown at home. In France it's still popular and for sale all over the place.