Recurring State of Gratitude!

Gratitude
"I wish always to remain in the recurring state of gratitude!"
A very simple statement, however, a very tall order!
When I hear toxic statements, to a sensitive person, it's like chalk scratching on the blackboard of my soul! Now I don't pretend to walk on water, but I do wish there was some sort of rewind button that could make us all understand the toxicity of our unfiltered statements and how they impact the one's around us.
I find if I try to, just look around me and see gratitude in small things, this shakes me into the awareness of gratitude.
I have traveled afar and have enjoyed my travels, however, home, always seems sweeter upon my return.
I have seen the poorest of the poor in the streets with missing limbs, begging and I have seen the wealthiest of the wealthy and can only imagine their extravagant lifestyle.
Which plight would any of us trade for a day?
Let us assume for a moment, we choose the plight of the poor! Let's imagine what they might be grateful for, if given the opportunity!!!
On a basic level: Clean water, the sweet nectar that sustains life. Wholesome food that goes out of the front door of the supermarket. Clothing that is clean and mended and not rummaged thru and delivered in a black plastic bag. A stable roof, medical care.
Assuming that anyone reading this blog has all these basic needs met, where can we start to build upon the foundation and awareness of daily gratitude.
Lets start with clean sheets. Maybe even the smell of coffee brewing in the morning.
How about that scrumptious scone?
Let's start micro analyzing: A flashlight that works. A pencil that is sharpened. Two socks that come out of the dryer and match! Are we getting the picture???
Let me be always, aware and grateful, of all that has been bestowed upon me. Let me repel the infectious darts of toxicity. To hold my tongue when necessary and bestow an act of kindness in place of harsh words. This be the recipe for recurring gratitude, I do believe!

Celebration!

Celebration!

The day was ordered by the Universe and all events that took place could not have been more perfect. When it is meant to be, planets align and memories are forever etched onto the souls of all who rejoiced and participated!~Rosemary Aubut~

Did you ever attend an event where everything just fell into place? The combination of guests,

delicious food, music that made your feet want to dance all night, decor, simple but elegant and memories etched forever.

When events are planned from the heart with no personal agenda other than love, a certain energy filters thru and a great time is assured for all!

The beautiful pails above were nurtured all summer by my cousin, Susie, for a party she held in her husband's honor. Each table hosted one of these simple but elegant pails. She later donated them to a children's group. How wonderful and thoughtful. Her love was felt in every detail. A celebration we will never forget!

A wedding celebration, was held in the early fall and hosted by our dear friends, Sadie and Jack. Every detail was planned with love and the only requirement, that people have a good time. I assure you we all did! There was an excitement in the room from start to finish. Once again, planned with love, the only agenda.

We are so blessed to have such wonderful people in our lives and honored to be a part of their celebrations! Thank You, dear family and friends, for creating such wonderful memories!