“The Simple Things”

As I age and my life has truly shifted, I’ve come to deeply appreciate the simple things in life—those that have nothing to do with money.

I love looking out the bedroom window from the third floor of our townhouse. There’s something magical about watching the sky shift throughout the day, hearing birds chirping from the nearby tree. Just outside the front door, a single yellow tulip stands tall and beautiful. That one flower feels like a quiet blessing.

When I come home from work, I’m greeted by my grandbaby’s cats. The yellow one, Mustang—lovingly called “Musty”—has a habit of curling up on my stomach while I rest on the love seat. It’s such a sweet connection. I never thought I’d love cats as much as I do now, but they’ve truly claimed a piece of my heart.

It’s in the little routines that I find so much joy—eating mixed nuts and sipping delicious coffee in the morning, stir-frying veggies for a meal, savoring fresh fruit, and feeling thankful for clean, refreshing water.

I’ve also fallen in love with my quiet alone time. Nighttime is when I chill, reset, and just find my peace. It’s the time I treasure most each day. As an empath who naturally feels and absorbs energy—especially working in healthcare—I needthat peace and stillness to center myself.

There’s someone in my life who brings an extra layer of comfort: My Peace. We don’t talk or see each other as much as I’d like—mostly because I don’t always make the effort. But whenever we do connect, it’s special. We’ve known each other since we were 15, weaving in and out of each other’s lives over the years. This time, we promised to stay connected. Our personalities almost mirror each other, and life—aging, health challenges, and all—has made us both appreciate solitude. Still, he’s my safe space. We always show up for each other when it matters most. I love him with my whole heart and soul.

My life isn’t perfect, but these days, I make a more conscious effort to put myself first. I no longer feel responsible for fixing everyone else’s problems.

I’ve learned that I can shift how I feel just by choosing a different perspective. What used to get under my skin—I now allow myself to feel it, and then I let it go.

I breathe. I pray. I rest in my quiet and my peace.
I live in the moment.
And I am grateful for the simple things.

How do you feel about where you place value in your life?

LadyFlava of LadyFlavaNews

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