may I never outgrow the wonder of it all

have you ever had something catch catch your attention
and cause you to gasp with awe at the beauty of it

where just a moment ago there was nothing of note?

it was foggy when I came downstairs this morning

as I was preparing to cook breakfast the sun broke through 

and filled the kitchen, and my soul, with light

it was so beautiful I stopped what I was doing to take a picture

seeing it through the screen wasn't enough

I had to go outside to experience it unhindered

I tried to get a better picture I need to invest in a real camera 

it wasn't until I shut and locked the back door

and re-entered the kitchen

that I noticed just how affected I was by that burst of light:

I left the refrigerator door wide open, 

never even thought to shut it

I shook my head at myself

but before I could begin berating my "lack of judgement"

I caught myself thinking:

I hope I never outgrow the wonder that causes me to stop what I am doing

and take a few minutes to enjoy the extra gifts God gives me

a night snow perfect for making a snowman

a "snow globe" daylight snow

flowers working their way through the winter ground in preparation for spring

sunsets

sunrises

rainbows

a child's laughter or invitation to walk or play with them

a friend's impromptu visit or "out of the blue" phone call

the list is endless...