Beauty

I get so caught up in my day-to-day life that I (too often) forget to stop and enjoy Your beauty that is everywhere around me.  I see it in the sun shining.  I see it in the green grass.  I see it in the rustling of the leaves in the trees.  I see it in my son's eyes.  I see it when he hugs me and says, "I wuhs (love) you Mommy".  I see it in the arms of my husband when he comes home from work after a full day of providing for our family.  I see it in the peace of the night sky.  I see it in my heart as I enjoy the calm that has taken residence there.  I see it in the relationships of my friends, family, loved ones; the simple phone calls, emails, or texts.  I see it in our calendar and all of the wonderful things we have the freedom to do.  I see it in my house, which You have provided (and continue to provide) for us.  I see it in our meals that we are able to put on the table every single day.  I see it in my overflowing laundry basket, for it means we have clothes to wear (and to spare!).  I see it in my neighborhood, as I look out and see how I'm surrounded by so many great people I trust.  I see You in so many things and I'm so sorry I don't stop often enough to dwell on these things.  I am forever grateful, Lord.