Thanks to temperatures in the low 60s and a thunderstorm, today felt more like a spring day than the third day of January. The weather created a meandering kind of mood for this Saturday in Kentucky, and it served as the perfect backdrop for one of the kind acts I performed today. On a rather dreary day, it was time for some magic that could best be served up by a local cinema.
Instead of spending the day ensconced in the dry confines of our home doing chores, I decided to add a bit of sunshine to our day by treating my two daughters and one of my best friends to an afternoon showing of the newly released film, “Into The Woods”. Not only were the four of us treated to the magic that unfolded on the movie screen, we also enjoyed the magic that is created when family and friends come together to share in one another’s company and to have a bit of fun. More than seeing the film, today was about making more happy memories, and considering my daughters still are talking about today’s outing with big grins on their faces, I would say that we did just that. While they enjoyed the movie, they loved being with my friend and with me even more and thanked me a number of times for orchestrating this particular outing.
Sometimes, being present and together for what are seemingly ordinary moments prove to be extraordinary after all. I really enjoy doing kind things for others, especially those I cherish the most, so, to be able to do so in this small way today was a gift for myself, as well. I look forward to what tomorrow will bring, as this is only the beginning of my year-long commitment to kindness!
I know just what you mean. Yesterday my husband, daughter and I decided to end our Christmas vacation doing something fun. The cold, freezing rain put a damper on many of our suggested ideas, so we settled on lunch and a bit of shopping. Nothing earth-shattering, but just getting out of the house and spending the day together was magical.
P.S. My daughter and I saw Big Eyes Friday evening. We both enjoyed it. Her comment on the way home: “One of us needs to write a post about that.”
Kristi, you are so right. It is the journey together that often exceeds the destination. I saw the same movie with two of my kids and we had fun. I love Meryl Streep and Emily Blunt. And, seeing Tracy Ullman again was fun. All the best, BTG
As I’ve now almost made it through day 4 of my year without saying anything unkind to anybody, I can totally agree with you that it’s good to know were all in this together.
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Being present with love is the greatest gift you can give.
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Thanks for reblogging this and for sharing such a lovely sentiment!
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Your enthusiasm and joy is contagious 😀
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Thanks so much, and I love the notion that we are all in this together!
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I love the law of attraction 😉
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I know just what you mean. Yesterday my husband, daughter and I decided to end our Christmas vacation doing something fun. The cold, freezing rain put a damper on many of our suggested ideas, so we settled on lunch and a bit of shopping. Nothing earth-shattering, but just getting out of the house and spending the day together was magical.
P.S. My daughter and I saw Big Eyes Friday evening. We both enjoyed it. Her comment on the way home: “One of us needs to write a post about that.”
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So glad that you all were able to have some fun and create some magic of your own!
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Kristi, you are so right. It is the journey together that often exceeds the destination. I saw the same movie with two of my kids and we had fun. I love Meryl Streep and Emily Blunt. And, seeing Tracy Ullman again was fun. All the best, BTG
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I couldn’t agree with you more across the board!
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As I’ve now almost made it through day 4 of my year without saying anything unkind to anybody, I can totally agree with you that it’s good to know were all in this together.
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That’s absolutely awesome, and I am really inspired to join you in not saying anything unkind to anyone. So, here we go . . .
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