Since January 1, my three year old has been amazed every time she walks into the kitchen and sees light filtering through the windows.
"Look Mum! Wow, the light! It's morning!!"
Whether there be sunshine or an overcast sky, she sees the light of a new day. And wants to celebrate it.
I love that the lessons I most need often come from my little girl.
She has reminded me of a beautiful affirmation I used to begin my days with: Today is a wonder-filled day.
I said it silently, letting the words roll around in my head the moment I woke. Repeating them, and always thinking them with gratitude. Giving thanks for a new day, for the wonder that would be coming our way.
Somehow, slowly, I let it go. But I know slowly {with gentle practice} it will come back to being a natural and effortless part of my morning. Starting today.
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Do you have a morning affirmation? And what are you most grateful for today?
{Grateful for the reminder, for the beauty and wonder my three year old sees and for each new day ~ Linking with Maxabella and Kidspot's 52 Weeks of Grateful over here.}
That's a beautiful and powerful affirmation xx
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Elisa - I don't have an affirmation but love yours and what a sweetheart your 3yo is!!
ReplyDeleteChildren are so very intuitive and teach us lots when we are willing to see and hear. What a beautiful heart your little one has. I have been saying to myself each day that this year is going to be a good year, I'm looking forward to this year after the year we had last year. Have a wonderful weekend Elisa. xx
ReplyDeleteIsn't their wonder just wonderful? x
ReplyDeleteThe lessons revealed by our little ones are often the most powerful and can open our eyes to the simplicity and wonder surrounding our everyday. What a precious little darling x
ReplyDeleteThey really have such a way to strip back things to the barest and purest...and most joyous. What a lovely reminder for you...and then because you so thoughtfully passed it on...to me. WIshing you beautiful wonder filled days. x
ReplyDeleteThe world truly is an amzing place through the eyes of a child.
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I love the perspective from children and the life lessons they teach us. A positive affirmation is such a great way to start the day.
ReplyDeleteSo gorgeous Elisa. I love the things our children point out to us also! That is a beautiful morning affirmation. xx
ReplyDeleteA beautiful affirmation Elisa. My morning affirmation is: today is a good day. Another thing I think about in the morning and during the day is that it's up to me to choose happiness throughout the day. Have a lovely weekend, Julie xxoo
ReplyDeleteEach day certainly is wonder filled if we allow it to be :)
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That is a fantastic mantra to start the day. Sounds like your daughter has already learnt gratefulness from her inspiring Mum! x
ReplyDeleteI try but often fail, to remind myself each morning that "something glorious will happen today" Today I am grateful that life seems to be evening out a bit for the moment. Love the mental pic of your sweet girl walking into the room and seeing such wonder.
ReplyDeletebeautiful! children are the best reminders, aren't they! i just found your blog through the vegie mama community! xx
ReplyDeleteThat's gorgeous! I don't have an affirmation, but it should probably be "I can do this!" ;)
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful post. As i get older i value each and every day so much more. Nothing is guaranteed and so daily life certainly is a beautiful gift. I love how little ones can open our eyes to new perspectives. Gorgeous little girl
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