Finer Things

I just saw a great post on a blog that I read. It was called "Finer Things." It wasn't referencing classic literature or fancy meals or china and crystal, it was talking about the things in life that may seem small but really make life great. I am going to attempt to write a list of 100 (like the lady on her blog did). I challenge you to do the same thing. The other day I read a quote that said, "Enjoy the little things in life for one day you'll look back and realize they were the big
things," by Robert Brault.

1. The smell of a baby
   
2. The smell and feel of warm, clean laundry
   
3. The smell of homemade chocolate chip cookies
   
4. The smell of my husband
   
5. My husband's arms around me while I sleep
   
6. The laughter of my son
   
7. A good, crisp apple in Fall
   
8. The smell of Fall air
   
9. Sleeping late
   
10. Going to bed early
    
11. Rocking a baby on your chest
    
12. Grandma Reid's homemade vegetable soup on a cold (especially rainy) day
    
13. Our decorated CHRISTmas tree
    
14. Hymns on Sunday morning (or any day of the week)
    
15. A nice hot shower
    
16. Fun mail (like letters or cards from loved ones)
    
17. The look of satisfaction on my son's face when he does something great
    
18. Hearing children pray or talk about Jesus
    
19. A brand new Bible
    
20. A brand new book (I love that smell)
    
21. Finding a good deal
    
22. Sparkling cider toast on New Year's Eve
    
23. Kissing my husband on New Year's Eve (or any day)
    
24. My sons' smile
    
25. Hearing "momma"
    
26. Hearing "I love you"
    
27. Snow
    
28. The excitement on CHRISTmas Eve and Day
    
29. The new car smell
    
30. When dinner is ready the second Lee walks in the door
    
31. Saturday morning breakfast
    
32. Movie theater popcorn
    
33. Ice cream in the summer at Sunni Sky's
    
34. Snuggling under a blanket with loved ones
    
35. Going to the Farmer's Market in the summer
    
36. Picking fresh strawberries
    
37. Going to the pumpkin patch
    
38. Hayrides in the Fall
    
39. That feeling in your stomach on an amusement park ride
    
40. A nice back rub (or any massage)
    
41. The way your hair feels after a hair cut (all fresh and perfect – for a few minutes at least)
    
42. Grass under your feet in the summer
    
43. The first time you get in the pool in the summer
    
44. Looking at the ocean and feeling God's majesty
    
45. Looking at the mountains and feeling God's majesty
    
46. Blaring music in the car and driving down the highway (especially with the windows down)
    
47. Date nights (whether they are in PJs on the couch with a movie or out to a nice dinner)
    
48. Watching kids enjoy their first birthday cake
    
49. Blowing out candles and making a wish on your birthday
    
50. The way New Year feels (like a fresh start)
    
51. Opening a present
    
52. When someone helps you bring your groceries to the car
    
53. The smile of a stranger
    
54. A home-cooked meal brought to you in a time of need
    
55. A phone call when you need it
    
56. When your husband picks up pizza and doesn't make you cook
    
57. Shopping at Lifeway Christian store by myself
    
58. When all the laundry is caught up and the baskets are empty
    
59. Fresh sheets on the bed
    
60. Staying in a hotel and having someone else make the bed and straighten up behind you
    
61. The way the floor looks right after it's swept or vacuumed
    
62. Holding hands with my husband
    
63. Hugs
    
64. A good piece of pie (cherry or apple please)
    
65. Staying in PJs all day
    
66. Having just enough space to fit stuff
    
67. A sleeping baby/child
    
68. Willow Tree figurines
    
69. Vera Bradley bags
    
70. Watching home movies and/or looking at photo albums/scrapbooks
    
71. Making a scrapbook
    
72. Telling stories about the past and laughing
    
73. Surprising someone (or being surprised)
    
74. Coloring with kids
    
75. Playing with playdoh with kids
    
76. Baking all day
    
77. Cooking a meal and everyone loving it (especially when they get 2nds or 3rds even)
    
78. Sweet tea from Bojangles
    
79. When people remember I don't like ice in my drinks
    
80. Treating someone to a meal
    
81. Writing a note to someone
    
82. CHRISTmas photo cards (I love seeing pictures of people's family)
    
83. Going to the park in the Spring
    
84. Getting a project done
    
85. Marking things off a to-do list
    
86. Great upbeat music during a workout
    
87. Being done with a workout ;)
    
88. When Luke makes me a picture or card
    
89. When Lee handwrites me a note
    
90. Going on vacation
    
91. When Lee is off work for 2 weeks at CHRISTmas
    
92. Hot cocoa in the winter
    
93. Trying a new recipe and it being a success
    
94. Tickle fights
    
95. Running through the sprinkler
    
96. Sledding
    
97. Finding an old friend on Facebook
    
98. When Lee says "How can I help you?"
    
99. Purple
    
100. Butterflies
     

YAY! I did it. Can't wait to see yours. Email me at Ashley-webber@hotmail.com if you do it and feel like sharing.