Life is full of moments that, at first glance, may seem small and trivial, but really hold great meaning. For example, in the eyes of parents of newborns, a first smile, hiccup, yawn, or word is cause for celebration. Meanwhile, others do all of these things several times a day, and many hardly give these things a second glance. But in spite of all this, believe it or not, it is these small, yet special, moments that are most memorable. Today, I am encouraging you to make the most of these "bite-sized moments", to give that smile a second glance, and celebrate in the gifts, of all shapes and sizes, that God has blessed us with.
Inspired Action...
Every night, I always start my bedtime prayer with a list of things that happened within that day that I am grateful for. I have even gone so far as to thank God for the friendly cashier that helped me at the grocery store, or the wave I received from the neighbor next door. Here are a few "bite-sized moments" that you can thank God for:
- waking up to a beautiful sunrise
- sharing a hug with a loved one
- warm, sweet hazelnut lattes
- taking a walk over lunch break
- receiving a smile from a passerby
- a basket full of beans picked fresh from the garden
- reading with your child
Inspired Living...
Once you have learned to recognize the beauty of "bite-sized moments", it's time to start creating some small, but special, moments for others. One of my favorite "bite-sized moments" to share with someone is a smile. I remember reading a quote somewhere that stated, "You're only as beautiful as your smile." Don't be afraid to share something as beautiful as a smile with a loved one or even a complete stranger. Your smile may mean more to them than you know.
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