That got ruined more and more as each moment passed. Breaking down everything. Its like stuff was piling up on top of each other. One moment in particular, as the day was crumbling all around me. I tried to escape, to relish in a soy caramel machiatto and a good book. But nope. Irony is there in my face ringing my order up and talking about weekend plans that once upon a time were mine. Crazy huh. I couldnt take it. But soon after, a weary and honest self had dinner with some friends and things were made whole again, even if temporarily.
For this I am grateful. For the fact that even if for a few hours, they knew that this summer has been incredibly difficult and they didn't need to really ask why. They made me laugh, they made me fish and potatoes and told me it was a great idea that I want a pet hedgehog. They made me red velvet cookies and chocolate milk. And although the whole day was a mess, I was able to be replenished by a few hours of friendship.
It's the little things that can make the big things bearable.
Today the "little things" I am thankful for are:
-The smell of redwood trees on my walk
-The Pandora app on my phone
-Dominic Balli's song for Daisy
-Healthy food made with love
-laughter
-chocolate milk
-clean water to drink
-friends far away who text me