GRATEFUL FOR #1

Many blogs I know and read do weekly updates of things that they loved or things that made them happy during the week. I love this idea, as I've always thought it good to look back and take note of the good things in your week, right down to minute details, so that you end up with a positive outlook on life. Although I won't do this weekly, I would like to make 'Grateful for' a frequent feature on Simplicity of Grace, perhaps monthly?

 

This blog is in fact titled 'Simplicity of Grace' for a few reasons, but one is because I love the idea of enjoying not only the big exciting adventures of life, but also the simple things. These posts therefore should be a reflection of that; and so here's a little mix of 5 things that I have been very grateful for recently.

 

 

1) The sunshineeeeee
Although it's still quite chilly in England, the sun has been out loads recently! It feels so good to finally get some Vitamin D and it's making me so damn excited for summer. The sun is also rising earlier and setting later, which means my mornings are brighter and sunnier and longer, all of that equalling a happy me.

 

2) Small gestures

Just little things that people have done for me, that mean a lot. For example, someone paying for a little jam donut that I fancied. It was only cheap, but I didn't have any change on me and their gesture just made me smile. Again, that vogue up there? I like to get vogue every month, and it may not seem like a particularly special thing, but my boyfriend picked it up for me whilst he was in London, and presented it to me with a perfect cup of my favourite Monmouth coffee. It just made me smile that a) he is willing to look a little odd buying a pink magazine with Cara, Georgia and Suki on it for me and b) he knows exactly what will make my day.

 

3) Going out

Its always nice to go out for meals, and I'm always so grateful that I'm in the position where I get to do this quite frequently. I'm such a foodie nowadays, and food + my favourite company means a great night. Most recently I was able to have a few meals with just me and my boyfriend, a huge meal to say goodbye to a couple who have moved to Australia for a while, as well as catch up meals with people we haven't seen in a while. I am so very grateful for friends and food!

 

4) Fresh candles

Many people may think that candle season has gone, what with autumn and winter practically over, and all the sweet cinnamon spiced scented things going off the shelves, and less night time hours to burn them in. However, for me spring is the perfect time to pick up some lighter scents such as 'Flowers' by The White Company, or the Open Window Candle, that make the room smell happier and fresher.

 

5) Mothers Day

This is a very recent one, as it was today, but I can't help saying that I am super grateful for my mum. She is always so supportive and lovely, and genuinely wants to help me in everything I do. One day is definitely not enough to repay her, but I hope that she knows how much she is loved.

 

Hope you have all had good weeks, and that you all equally have lots of things to be thankful for!

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