Thursday, August 25, 2011

It's The Simple Things in Life--Long Week Edition


This week has been a pretty long and challenging one, but I'm going to end it on a positive note by focusing on the the simple things that bring me joy.

*I am appreciating that my little guy is now back to his regular sleeping routine.  Whatever it was waking him up, I hope it stays far, far away!

*I am appreciating his little toothy grin.  He has the funniest laugh, and it's definitely contagious!

*I am appreciating the fact that I have been steadily knocking items off of my to-do list.  It might not be quick, but I am making progress.

*I am appreciating the new Hawaiian ice cream shop in my city.  They have AWESOME shaved ice that is done to perfection!

*I am appreciating that I've been reading more books lately. I've always loved reading, so I'm glad to get back into it.

What are the simple things in your life this week that you have been enjoying?
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  1. AlisonAugust 25, 2011 at 9:03 AM

    Awesome things to appreciate! I'm appreciating how happy and cheerful my Monkey is lately. I can't explain it but I'm not complaining!

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  2. KiddothingsAugust 25, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    How I wish I could love reading. *sigh* Glad you're appreciating these simple things in life. I love toddler giggles and they are really super contagious!

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  3. LisaAugust 25, 2011 at 9:52 AM

    I've also been reading more....got any suggestions for me? :)

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  4. sherri lynnAugust 25, 2011 at 9:56 AM

    Way to go knocking things off your to-do list! I'm appreciating that even though I'm getting stressed about all I have to do in the next ten days, the end result is a new place to live and a new adventure for us! :)

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  5. DiAugust 25, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    Can you tell your little guy to explain to mine the whole sleeping thing? :)

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  6. AmandaAugust 25, 2011 at 11:33 AM

    Lovely things to be appreciating, Natalie :) I would love to hear what Nolan's laugh sounds like....this could be another good video idea!

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  7. JenAugust 25, 2011 at 11:51 AM

    What a great list!! I love baby's giggles and grins too...they are SO contagious!

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  8. UnknownAugust 25, 2011 at 12:28 PM

    Your new shaved ice cream store sounds amazing. Hope your weekend goes better

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  9. Emily WeinzapfelAugust 25, 2011 at 12:30 PM

    I LOVE your list! :) And I'm also loving that Nolan is feeling more like his sweet self! Have a great day!

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  10. AletaAugust 25, 2011 at 1:11 PM

    Ohhh, I remember when we went to Hawaii and tried the shaved ice - it was SO good! Reminds me of the snowballs we have here in Louisiana, only we don't get them with two flavors :)

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  11. JennyAugust 25, 2011 at 1:52 PM

    Glad your little guy is getting back on normal sleeping schedule..Totally love to read as well and I have been trying to squeeze it in lately. Read anything good?
    I appreciate that everyone in my family was safe and sound after the earthquake this week.

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  12. Rach (DonutsMama)August 25, 2011 at 2:32 PM

    I am learning to appreciate the fact that I'm slowly getting organized. It's going to take some time, but I'm chipping away at my to-do list too.

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  13. MeriAugust 25, 2011 at 2:34 PM

    I've been enjoying the simply perfect summer weather we're FINALLY having all week! What have you been reading?
    Meri
    http://merigoesround.com

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  14. TatianaAugust 25, 2011 at 6:20 PM

    I'm so glad you've got so many things to be thankful for. And now I'm really craving some Hawaiian shaved ice. It sounds SO delicious!

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  15. ShellAugust 25, 2011 at 6:39 PM

    Oh, glad the sleep schedule is back to normal- that is the worst!

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  16. SamanthaAugust 25, 2011 at 8:22 PM

    I'm so glad your little man is feeling better. And I am so jealous of the Hawaiian Ice Cream shop, have some extra for me!

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  17. the workaholic mommaAugust 25, 2011 at 10:08 PM

    YAY for marking things of the "to-do" list - i feel like mine never ends but get great satisfaction from drawing a line through a completed task:) I hope your week gets better...I just bought the Help to hopefully give me something to do other than worry during irene:)

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  18. Amy JAugust 26, 2011 at 12:47 AM

    I'm appreciating that my son is developing some interests outside of Transformers. Sharks!

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  19. camAugust 26, 2011 at 2:05 AM

    I am knocking things off my to-do list as well. Such a good feeling. Great list Natalie!

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  20. JessicaAugust 26, 2011 at 3:58 AM

    These are some good things to appreciate in life.

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  21. KerryAugust 26, 2011 at 8:10 AM

    That's awesome Natalie that you feel that you have so much to appreciate this week! Good for you...
    Nolan is so cute, love this pic over to the right of your blog :)
    Happy reading!!

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  22. Courtney BAugust 26, 2011 at 1:29 PM

    You are so so sweet! I have had the same kind of week you described...now I need to end it on a positive note! Thank for the reminder :)

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  23. LizAugust 26, 2011 at 9:59 PM

    Oh, getting back to good, normal sleep routines is SUCH a relief!

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  24. AnonymousAugust 27, 2011 at 1:32 PM

    Hawaiian ice-cream...wow never had that before!

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  25. mamamashAugust 29, 2011 at 12:08 PM

    Hawaiian ice cream shop? YUM!

    I'm appreciating the cool weather that has returned. I cannot wait for fall to be in full swing!

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