The early morning sun and its warmth, green pastures and the ticklish feel of grass under my feet..The brightly colored flowers with their velvety petals..The hum and chirping of the bees and birds, the smell of the soil after a rainy day, a chilly wind or a calming breeze, starry skies and the full moon..Playing on the swing and giving the great big trees a hug.. taking very long walks, listening to music or humming a melody, lying on the grass looking at the clear blue sky.. Watching the last leaf fall to the ground, apples, peaches and peach cobblers too.. relishing an orange or a piece of sour candy..The lovely scent of daisies, roses and jasmine..
The serenity I find in the Temple, the religious chants and the beautiful deities.. Writing a letter or penning my thoughts.. pencils and abstract art..riding my bike, taking a leisurely swim, a hot bath with bubbles and candles, homemade soup or family dinners..reading a book curled up in a comfy couch, sipping wine after a long day, early morning cup of coffee, A glass of ice water on a hot day..a warm hug on a winters evening, a gentle fire in the hearth and mug of hot chocolate..Friday evenings and long drives..Talking to a friend.. surprise hugs and thoughtful cards..Cooking a new recipe and the nervous butterflies in my tummy, anticipating comments or compliments..Sounds of crashing waves and pitter- patter of the rain fall..The clickety clack of a high heel shoe..the colors pink and purple..the feel of silk on skin..the fresh scent of newly washed clothes and a soft fluffy pillow.. Reading the news, browsing for shoes.. Watching the joy of a child in a candy store..The toothless smile of an infant..Puppies and bunnies..cotton candy and grilled corn too..
And so, on and on goes my list..but here’s the best one of them all.. my little one’s Good Night Ritual with her dad..
Tucking her into bed, she starts with, ‘Good Night daddy..i love you..Sweet Dreams.. Don’t let the bed bugs bite..Huggies and kissies..’ and finally.. ’daddy, am I still your little girl??’
Off course hunny!! You’ll always be daddy’s little cookie, he replies..
The cute joyful giggles that follows, will always be number one on my list of favorite things..
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