Today was a traditional English day in that it rained. I had anticipated more rain than sunshine but the change in weather was an appreciated one and it became sunny all afternoon.
I live on the top floor of an apartment building and my day started out with pouring rain that slowly woke me up. I couldn't help but think “this is great! There is no obligation for me to enjoy the weather, I will make the most of it.” I got up and planned for a day of the gym, reading a book and absolutely and utterly relaxing in the evening.
Recently, there has been a campaign in the UK called “Love Life.” It’s all about healthy products from Waitrose. I work in the food industry and this campaign is all the rage right now but that isn’t really what is inspiring me. At various moments in my life I find myself thinking “I love life.” Maybe I’m not the only one?
Anyway, for personal gratification and reflection I’m posting this list of the things in life that I love. It’s not exhaustive and I hope you, whomever you are reading this, also have things in life that you love.
I love:
Rainy days where you can cuddle in bed and read a book
The sun in England
Watching a seagull circle a town
Politeness of others & being friendly to others
Friends
Family
A job well done/ accomplishment
A cool breeze on a hot day
The blue sky
The smell of home
The sound of familiar voices
The sound of ocean waves crashing
Family histories
Scary stories and great books
Tea in England and Coffee in the US
A long hard run
A long hot bath
Convenient mistakes
Human kindness
Fresh flowers
Being Barefoot
Falling asleep as a passenger in a car
Seeing two people in love (young or old)
Finding money in a pair of jeans you haven’t worn in a while
Watching the ground disappear on takeoff
Watching the ground come closer when landing
Catching up with friends and family
Relating with other human beings
And waking up happy.
