Simplicity

Today was one of those days that, even though it was essentially a good day, completely took the wind out of my sails. What makes that even more difficult is that the entire week has been shaping up the same way....and it's not even Friday (soon, soon, so-very-soon!).

I came home with the desire to do nothing more than lounge mindlessly until I got the motivation to go to bed. (Seriously: it's been an absolutely EXHAUSTING week!) 

After managing to piece together a meal for Grace and get her bathed, I set about my business of lounging when I noticed something pretty great.

My effervescent 3-year old was content to snuggle in, television off and tree lights on, as long as we were together (and she thought the tree's reflection in the glass door was the best light show ever!). After tucking Gracie into bed, I found she wasn't the only one okay with this evening's low key plans.

When I took notice of the calm and serenity settling over my home, I also took notice of my own view a la reclining sofa.

There is nothing fancy or costly or elaborate about tonight. It's dark, calm, and quiet, punctuated with a few more cuddles than normal. 

Sometimes it's the silence that speaks the loudest, and I'm glad I was quiet enough to hear its calming reassurances this evening.