Bliss List

The amount of wonderful writing on the Web is amazing as I’m realizing that Blogging has truly changed the face of communication. All of these writers whose work wouldn’t find a home at a big publishing house now have an outlet where they can reach out and touch readers without a middleman. One of the amazing posts I read just this morning was Jonathon Field’s post on Lies, Damn Lies, and Follower Counts what really matters. This amazing post made me realize what’s important in life and inspired me to create my own list of what matters in my life.

• I care about laughing and giggling and having a good time with people I care about.
• I care about pulling into my driveway and seeing my dog standing there wagging his tail.
• I care about the smile on my husband’s face when he thinks our kids aren’t watching him.I care about paying homage to my parents by being the best person I can be.
• I care about doing my best and earning my pay.
• I care about being innovative and leaving the world better than I found it.
• I care about the tangy zing of vinegar and the rich heaviness of olive oil drizzled on cucumbers, tomatoes, and feta cheese; the scent and taste transporting me back to my childhood.
• I care about my daughter’s smile when she comes out of school and sees me waiting for her.
• I care about my son’s hug as he climbs on the train and heads back to school
• I care about my mother’s happiness when she calls to tell me that she’s having a good day and that she read my blog and really enjoyed it.
• I care about bringing in an armful of wood on a cold winter day, lighting a fire in my fireplace, and snuggling with my husband in front of the fire.
• I care about the crisp crunch of autumn leaves under my feet as I go for a walk.
• I care about the warm sun on my face as I sit on the beach and listen to the waves lap against the sand.
• I care about the world I’ll leave my children and taking care to make sure I leave it a little better than I found it.

Those are the things that matter in life, the things I cherish, and the things that will make a difference.