Beautiful Sunday

I awoke today to what is a beautiful Sunday.  The sun was streaming in the window this morning and as I opened my eyes I saw my husband staring at me and smiling.  On the other side of me was Laney looking at me.  What a lucky girl I am.  I was blessed to start my day off with a smile.  I wanted to spring to my feet, but I was still feeling a little weak from being sick.  It is hard for me to think that just six weeks ago I had walked a half marathon and now I felt like a mile might do me in. But, I managed to get dressed and actually went outside as the temperature hit 60 degrees.  I was bound and determine not  to miss the opportunity to enjoy a beautiful day.  The weather man had predicted clouds and rain.  I am so glad he was wrong.

So the past week has been a role reversal for my husband and I.  He became the caregiver and I was the patient.  It does give you a different perspective when you switch roles.  My husband did a great job of taking care of everything.  I would not let him near me for fear he would get sick, but he gave me a great comfort by supplying me with comfort food.  The food you know you probably shouldn't eat, but just thinking about it makes you produce those good endorphins.  He surprised me because he knew exactly what those foods were.  He brought home dinner each night and made me laugh from across the room.  His quirky smile makes me laugh every time.  It's those little things that make us feel  better.  Now I am waiting for a hug, one of my favorite things.  Maybe I will be blessed with lots of hugs in a couple of days, when I feel confident I am not contagious.

I hope to be back on the walking track this week as I feel the great desire to get moving again.  I don't like being sick, but I am very grateful that my body is able to heal itself.  Maybe we might even be able to walk outside as it is suppose to be a warm week.  Life is beautiful !!

Elizabeth

A Fly

There was a fly perched on the cement this morning as I opened the door to let Laney out.  It was squirming around.  This was a sure sign that spring is in the air.  I was surprised that the fly was alive as it was very cold last night.  The temperature last night had dipped into the teens, but the sunshine today is going to bring warm air with it.

I am praying that each day I wake up I will feel better.  I think I can say that I officially have the flu.  I had a rough night as the cough and congestion is overwhelming.  Just getting dressed yesterday took the gusto out of me.  My flu shot has failed me this year.  I have continued to pray that my husband does not get ill.  I guess the couch, the dog and I are going to continue being bed buddies.  I am struggling to find the positive when I feel so bad, but grateful for love and life.   Also, grateful for tissues with lotion.

I did hear good news yesterday that makes me believe in change your thoughts and it will change your world.  I like to think of these as little miracles.  There are angels watching over us.

Don't forget to spring forward with your clock this weekend if you are living somewhere that observes day light savings time.  I am hoping that the time change will bring optimism that warm days will be upon us soon.  I am getting ready for the flowers, as I am planning my flower gardens in my head.  Life is like the beauty of flowers.  It will always bloom when we are optimistic.  Smile today at everyone, as it is contagious.

Life is beautiful!!!

Elizabeth