The Little Things
While a certain individual makes a living by saying “Don’t sweat the small stuff – and it’s all small stuff,” others can counteract that statement by saying, “It’s the little things that count.” Do you know how much a smile can brighten someone’s day?
I often notice little things. Tonight, I noticed that some of the ceiling tiles had been removed in the restaurant where we sat. The roof must be flat, and there are pails set around at strategic points to catch water from melting snow. My roof does not leak, and for that, I am thankful.
The decaffeinated coffee I had tonight was hot and fresh! Another blessing!
Oh, I could go on and on, but I think you get the message. If we concentrate on how good the little things are, soon we can divert ourselves from dwelling on problems. With my heart condition, every day is a gift, and I try to get as much done as I can, just in case there is no tomorrow for me. Worrying would be counter-productive.
Every research project is a gift. I am given the chance to dig into the minute details of life and challenges faced by others, in the past. The more research I do, the more I am left with questions, unanswerable questions that only people who lived in another century could answer, such as why a two year old drowned, and where?
I hope that you have a nice week. Find something good about that co-worker whom you’ve decided you don’t like. Go out of your way to be pleasant. I’m going to take my own advice, not just dish it out to you. Concentrate on the “little things” and see if it doesn’t make a difference in your outlook and general level of happiness.
Be well.
Patricia
