Saturday, October 23, 2010

Surprises Make Life Extra Special



In the midst of busyness and problem-solving in life, something that brings an element of surprise is always welcome.

During a walk near a lake in New England, a bolt of sunshine shot down from the sky. It created a shimmering display of melted gold on the rippling water.

The walk, while refreshing and beneficial, in itself, now became a highlight of the day.

Surprises make life extra special. Next time you get one, take note of it and let it fill your heart with satisfaction. 

WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME YOU GOT A SURPRISE?
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14 comments:

  1. AnonymousOctober 22, 2010 at 8:03 PM

    Your creativity is amazing.I loved the way the sunshine hit the water.Your writing is wonderful.And the best surprise in my day was seeing your beautiful fireplace tonight.xo Bbarb

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  2. Linda O'ConnellOctober 22, 2010 at 8:43 PM

    I consider these surprises GIFTS. This is so beautiful.

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  3. From Beyond My Kitchen WindowOctober 22, 2010 at 9:39 PM

    What a peaceful place to take in all that nature has to offer. I get surprised by people all the time. Most of the time it is a rather pleasant surprise.

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  4. KarenOctober 22, 2010 at 9:58 PM

    What a beautiful place to get refreshment and be revived.

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  5. JaneOctober 23, 2010 at 5:11 AM

    This photograph looks so peaceful. Wish that I was there!

    Jane

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  6. BECKYOctober 23, 2010 at 6:55 AM

    I, too, wish I was there walking with you, Susan! You always share such beautiful photos with us. Thank you for that!

    I get daily surprises, just by "being" and being aware!

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  7. LizzieOctober 23, 2010 at 7:53 AM

    What a lovely post. There are treasures every day if only we are looking aren't there?
    Came by from New England bloggers.

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  8. GayleOctober 23, 2010 at 9:05 AM

    I love those kinds of surprises. I'll be blogging about one of my own at some point this weekend.

    Beautiful pic. Great post.

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  9. The Old ParsonageOctober 23, 2010 at 9:26 AM

    Surprises are the best. On our anniversary I rec'd for the 1st time ever roses from DH.He's gotten me other flowers before, but never roses. I cried:)

    Enjoy!
    Leann

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  10. Karen LangeOctober 23, 2010 at 10:13 AM

    Surprises like that are very nice. Glad you had your camera handy!
    Happy weekend,
    Karen

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  11. SallyOctober 23, 2010 at 1:08 PM

    Hey Susan, I came over from Terri Tiffany's blog. My husband went to Oxford for 2 months to do his outside studies for his Ph.D. This sweet man made arrangements with a local florist to have flowers delivered to my office every two weeks. We will celebrate out 30th anniversary this month. He's by far my best surprise.

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  12. diane stetsonOctober 23, 2010 at 2:21 PM

    I love surprises like anyone does..it makes one feel like a kid again. This lake is so pretty. I want to take a walk there too!

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  13. Chatty CroneOctober 23, 2010 at 4:57 PM

    God was saying hello - look how strong I am - a real God Wink.

    sandie♥

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  14. DianneOctober 23, 2010 at 6:05 PM

    Indeed...

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