Gratitude

Gratitude.  It’s so nice to take a moment and “smell the roses.”  Sometimes we can get so busy ‘doing things’ and ‘getting things done’ that we cannot appreciate the little things in life that brings us much happiness.  Although I do not have any roses in my garden or roses near by me, the metaphor reminds me to take a deep breath… look around… and observe.  Blogging is an excellent tool for me to ‘stop’ and ‘smell the roses.’  I’ve wondered why I blog… Who’s reading?  Who cares?  What’s it’s purpose?  What’s my purpose?  It gets big like that.  When I do blog, I am sharing what’s important to me, but also it’s an opportunity to influence others to do the same.  I am awed by the wonderful people in my life and incredible learning experiences I’ve engaged in wholeheartedly.  It’s humbling.  Thank you all for being a part of my pedagogical journey.  I appreciate the little things… a smile, a compliment, an idea, a hug… it’s all good.