A day of wobbles yesterday. Once again, the things to be grateful for are highlighted against the plight of others. My kids have their Dad, I have my best friend and husband, who I cuddle at night, and wake up next to each morning. The security and comfort of this is stark when you realise that a friend now doesn't have that, that her kids no longer have their Daddy. The thoughts of what that family are going through have been a bit overwhelming at times.
Today I have chosen to live life in honour of our friend. He was endlessly positive, never really letting on about his illness with the only outward signs being his weightloss and increasing gauntness.
Today is bright and sunny. Today we're going to play with the kids, celebrate happiness, cuddle lots and appreciate all the good things.
The boys have been shopping, and the curry has been bought for tonight. They're now spending quality time playing on the Wii. I'm about to play pet shops with E. She's set up the shop, and is busy doing signs for each type of animal.
So, if you are reading this, breathe deeply, look around you and spend time with family, loved ones, friends. Send a message to someone you haven't heard from for a while, chase up that old school friend, spread a little love. Smile a little smile for the good things - a cup of tea or coffee, beautiful spring flowers, sunshine through rain, a little bit of birdsong, a long lie in reading papers, laughter with friends.
There are so many good things, we just have to see and appreciate them.
Have a good day peeps
xx
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