looking and finding

I found myself looking for things to be thankful for yesterday knowing that I had promised to share some with you each time I post.  Indeed they were everywhere to be seen. Here are a few I found:

Lovely trees that flicker in the breeze and sprinkle down golden leaves.

Boiled eggs. By far one of the most nutritious, compact (with biodegradable packaging), kid friendly, easily packed whole food around.

"Adventure hikes" by the river, where Hannah leads (only possible because Emma was at school) and Laurel doing what she does best- picking up rocks and dirt. Hannah wouldn't let us linger very long in any one spot...she kept saying, "c'mon mom- keep it movin' ".  Just like her Grandma Karen.

The opportunity to Introduce Laurel to her shadow. I couldn't catch her waving.

And finally, a few stolen snuggles and smooches from this girl.  Anyone recognize her?

Thank you all so much for sharing your own personal grattitudes with me.  I love reading your comments and look forward to it each day!!