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May will begin on Sunday and what a subtle introduction it will be. Simply on a Sunday, May Day will be upon us. A day to leisurely step into, a month to awaken to and become excited thinking about all of the beauty and goodness that lays before us waiting to be enjoyed, savored and appreciated.
Yesterday afternoon, I had a glimpse of the days ahead on my walk with the boys. It occurred on a new trail we discovered. With a sunny afternoon and a picturesque view of the handful of peaks that grace central Oregon. The clouds full of a weather pattern change were just being blown over the high snow covered elevations, but we stood in the
warmth, and oh what a view it was. With very few people about, I couldn't help but stop for a moment and just be grateful. Truly lost in the moment.
Many times in the last few months I have had this feeling, embraced these moments and simply basked in the beauty
of the present moment. Both for the natural beauty but also the gift of where I am and how I arrived. Have you ever had these moments in your daily life? They are truly sweet, no? Nothing from the outsiders' perspective would hint at extraordinary or a reason to celebrate, but to me there were numerous reasons to celebrate and do a happy dance.
Life really is about the simple things, the everyday moments that bring us immeasurable joy and pleasure all mixed into one. I do hope you have many of these moments, and if you don't, know that you can. It truly is all within your power.
On Monday, as promised, the 100th episode of the podcast aired, and with it an exclusive, limited-time opportunity. TSLL book has been drastically discounted for those of you who want a signed copy. The opportunity ends this Sunday, so be sure to ensure your copy or purchase a copy for that graduate or mother on your gift-buying list. Also, if you're looking for a sofa and
chair & 1/2 arrangement for your living room, be sure to check out this week's Why Not . . . ? as TSLL is beginning to update the living room and items are being updated (check the Instagram pic below to see exactly what is available, and read more in the post).
Well, another week and another month is wrapping up. I hope April treated you well, and I look forward to seeing what May has in store. Thank you for choosing to subscribe to the weekly newsletter, and until next week, I'll see you on the blog.
Shannon
