Inspirational quotes about love can help explain those butterflies you get in your stomach, that warm fuzzy feeling in your head, and the way your heart skips a million beats in your chest. Share them with your true love, and watch the magic happen.

100 Inspirational Love Quotes To Say, «I Love You»

1. «I saw that you were perfect, and so I loved you. Then I saw that you were not perfect and I loved you even more.» — Angelita Lim

Love is blind to imperfections.

2. «I look at you and see the rest of my life in front of my eyes.»

3. «The greatest happiness of life is the conviction that we are loved; loved for ourselves, or rather, loved in spite of ourselves.» — Victor Hugo

Love brings happiness.

4. «All, everything that I understand, I only understand because I love.» — Leo Tolstoy

What you learn from love.

5. «I’m much more me when I’m with you.»

6. «It’s a very dangerous state. You are inclined to recklessness and kind of tune out the rest of your life and everything that’s been important to you. It’s actually not all that pleasurable. I don’t know who the hell wants to get in a situation where you can’t bear an hour without somebody’s company.» — Colin Firth

7. «The best and most beautiful things in this world cannot be seen or even heard, but must be felt with the heart.» — Helen Keller

How love colors your world.

8. «To love is nothing. To be loved is something. But to love and be loved, that’s everything.» — T. Tolis

9. «In order to be happy oneself it is necessary to make at least one other person happy.» — Theodor Reik

10. «Maybe the only vow we ever need to offer the one we love is this: I will never, not for a sliver of a second, make you feel alone.» — Tyler Knott Gregson

All there is to say.

11. «There’s no substitute for a great love who says, ‘No matter what’s wrong with you, you’re welcome at this table.'» — Tom Hanks

Love does not judge.

12. «Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage.» — Lao-Tzu

13. «I have decided to stick to love; hate is too great a burden to bear.» — Martin Luther King, Jr.

14. «Where there is love there is life.» — Mahatma Gandhi

15. «If I could give you one thing in life, I would give you the ability to see yourself through my eyes, only then would you realize how special you are to me.»

When their happiness means everything.

16. «I can’t promise to fix all your problems, but I can promise you won’t have to face them all alone.»

When you know you won’t have to fight your battles alone.

17. «So, I love you because the entire universe conspired to help me find you.» — Pablo Coelho

When the universe brought you together.

18. «At the touch of love everyone becomes a poet.» ― Plato

How love is poetic.

19. «His love roared louder than her demons.»

Love makes all the negative thoughts disappear.

20. «One word frees us of all the weight and pain of life: That word is love.» ― Sophocles

21. “The greatest thing you’ll ever learn is just to love, and be loved in return.” — «Moulin Rouge»

There is no greater lesson in life than love.

22. «The best love is the kind that awakens the soul; that makes us reach for more, that plants the fire in our hearts and brings peace to our minds. That’s what I hope to give you forever.» — Nicholas Sparks, «The Notebook»

23. «You don’t love someone because they’re perfect, you love them in spite of the fact that they’re not.» ― Jodi Picoult, «My Sister’s Keeper»

24. «And remember, as it was written, to love another person is to see the face of God.» — Victor Hugo, «Les Miserables»

Where love is, God is.

25. «I would rather spend one lifetime with you, than face all the ages of this world alone.» — J.R.R. Tolkien, «Lord of The Rings»

26. «If you live to be a hundred, I want to live to be a hundred minus one day so I never have to live without you.» — A. A. Milne, «Winnie the Pooh»

Love means togetherness.

27. «If I know what love is, it is because of you.» — Herman Hesse, «Narcissus and Goldmund»

28. «Don’t forget I’m just a girl, standing in front of a boy, asking him to love her.» — Anna (Julia Roberts) to William (Hugh Grant) in «Notting Hill»

Love is vulnerable.

29. «When you realize you want to spend the rest of your life with somebody, you want the rest of your life to start as soon as possible.» — Harry (Billy Crystal) in «When Harry Met Sally»

Love is crazy, mad, wonderful.

30. «You have bewitched me body and soul, and I love, I love, I love you.» — Jane Austen’s «Pride & Prejudice»

31. «Once I knew you I never wanted to know anyone else.» — Leo Christopher

Once
I knew you
I never wanted
to know anyone else.

32. «Pleasure of love lasts but a moment. Pain of love lasts a lifetime.» — Bette Davis

33. «Love is like war: easy to begin but very hard to stop.» — H. L. Mencken

34. «I never want to stop making memories with you.» — Pierre Jeanty

When love means all your favorite memories are with each other.

35. «You can’t rush something you want to last forever.»

Love cannot be rushed.

36. «We were together. I forget the rest.» — Walt Whitman

When love makes everything else disappear.

37. «P.S. I love you.» — Cecelia Ahern

When you can’t help but write love letters.

38. «I love you past the moon and miss you beyond the stars.» — J.M. Storm

When your love is bigger than this Earth.

39. «Love you more.»

When it’s impossible to love anyone as much.

40. «Saw your worst and I stayed.»

When you stick around when things get tough.

41. «I looked at him as a friend until I realized I loved him.»

When your love is your best friend.

42. «Darling, you are all I ever wanted love to be.»

When your love is everything you’ve ever wanted.

43. «You are what I need in my life. You are my one.»

When you don’t want to live without your love.

44. «The first time you touched me, I knew I was born to be yours.»

When your love was meant to be.

45. «I’ll never have enough of your lips.»

When love’s kisses are addictive.

46. «The greatest thing you’ll ever learn Is to love and be loved in return.» — Nat King Cole, «Nature Boy»

Why love is important.

47.»And in the end, the love you take, is equal to the love you make.» — Sir Paul McCartney, «The End» (by The Beatles)

Love is give and take.

48. «All of me loves all of you.» — John Legend, «All of Me»

Love is everything.

49. «However far away, I will always love you. However long I stay, I will always love you. Whatever words I say, I will always love you. I will always love you.» — The Cure, «Lovesong»

When your love will last forever, no matter what.

50. «You and me together, through the days and nights. I don’t worry ’cause everything’s gonna be alright.» — Alicia Keys, «No One»

True love keeps you safe.

51. «It was always you.» — Maroon 5, «It Was Always You»

When love remains true.

52. «And when you’re needing your space to do some navigating, I’ll be here patiently waiting to see what you find.» — Jason Mraz, «I Won’t Give Up»

Because love is patient.

53. «Before the day I met you, life was so unkind. But you’re the key to my peace of mind.» — Aretha Franklin, «(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman»

Love can bring you peace like you’ve never known.

54. «I love you more than I have ever found a way to say to you.» — Ben Folds, «The Luckiest»

When no words can describe your love.

55. «You give me the most gorgeous sleep that I’ve ever had.» — No Doubt, «Underneath It All»

Love makes you sleep sweet.

56. «All you need is love. But a little chocolate now and then doesn’t hurt.» — Charles Schulz

57. «If you are lucky enough to find a weirdo, never let them go.»

When your love is just as weird as you.

58. «Because I could watch you for a single minute and find a thousand things that I love about you.»

Because love makes everything beautiful.

59. «I still haven’t figured out how to sit across from you, and not be madly in love with everything you do.» — William C. Hannan

When love makes you infatuated with every little thing they do.

60. «In French, you don’t say ‘I miss you.’ You say ‘Tu me manques’, which means ‘you are missing from me.’ I love that.»

When you’re missing your other half.

61. «Real love doesn’t meet you at your best. It meets you in your mess.»

Love is for better or worse.

62. «Your voice is my favorite sound.»

When you can listen to him talk for hours.

63. «I am totally completely eye-popping seriously groundbreaking passionately deliciously in love with you.»

When you’re madly in love and don’t care who knows it.

64. «You’re pretty much my most favorite of all time in the history of ever.»

When love is defined by your person.

65. «I remember the first day I ever looking into your eyes and felt my entire world flip.»

When you knew immediately this love was special.

66. «I just wanna see you. Hold you. Hug you. Touch you. Kiss you. Cuddle with you. Love you.»

When you feel like being lovey-dovey.

67. «You’re all my heart ever talks about.»

When all you do is talk about your love.

68. «I love you. You annoy me more than I ever thought possible. But I want to spend every irritating minute with you.»

When you even love how much they bug you.

69. «You are my favorite notification.»

When love lights up your phone.

When your relationship isn’t perfect, but you wouldn’t want it any other way.

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The Little Joys In Life

Life is funny, isn’t it? No matter how hard you try, you won’t get full control. As a matter of fact, it mostly remains unexpected. Indeed, you can never be fully prepared. Some times, surprises are unpleasant, some other times, they are great. Also, more than often, it is the little joys in life that matter. Taken separately, they might seem insignificant but combined all together, they make life great.

25 littles joys in life

I listed those little joys that make me happy. They are tiny insignificant things but they do make life amazing in an instant. Those smalls things that can brighten up a shit day within seconds!

1. Biking in the sun, hair in the wind.
2. Baking delicious treats.
3. Treating myself to some new books.
4. Receiving a text from him.
5. Rocking that new jumpsuit with confidence.
6. Finding a new gem of a novel.
7. Planning trips away with him.
8. Drinking spritz in the sun.
9. Diving my hands in a bag of grains.
10. Walking barefoot in the grass.
11. Seeing him.
12. Taking time off for myself.
13. Securing a new collaboration.
14. Daring a bit more everyday.
15. Driving.
16. Meeting new bloggers.
17. Spending time with him.
18. Working on improving the blog.
19. The thought of Gingembre moving in with me soon.
20. Going for a run once in a blue moon.
21. Shooting outfits with Ana.
22. Meeting my friends for drink.
23. Having good laughs at work.
24. Spending time with my family.
25. Thinking off my future with him.

And so many more… because life is so unexpected, something that you’d have never thought of, might make you happy. New things come with new experiences, learning and growing up, thus new joys in life come as well.

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What about you? What little things in life make you happy? How do you turn a not so good day into a nice one? What do you like most in life?

Thanks a lot for stopping by. Hope you liked this post.

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60 It’s The Little Things Quotes To Appreciate Small Things In Life

Are you looking for quotes about enjoying the little things in life? We have rounded up the best collection of It’s the little things quotes, sayings, captions, proverbs (with images and pictures) which will inspire you to appreciate the small things and blessings in life.

Often we fail to understand the importance of small things and acts in relationship and life. Small acts of kindness and little things in life everyday have immense contribution to your future success.

Sometimes we fail to acknowledge these little things, and in the end, we lose sight of the things that matter most. If you like these quotes, do check out our post on be present quotes and live in the present moment to appreciate life and enjoy it fully.

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Share these awesome little things in life matter quotes with your friends, family, and loved ones to inspire them to appreciate, also to enjoy the so called little things in life.

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Super Easy Meringue Kisses: Valentines Baking Ideas

As you can probably tell baking is one way I am passing the time during lock down! I have always loved baking but tend to dip in and out of it. A friend asked me to start sharing some recipes and I have been doing over on the Grazing Brew Box and thought I may as well here too.

I have also thought meringue was tricky and that there must be a knack to it. These meringue kisses look super impressive but are actually really easy to make. If you’ve made meringue before then you will know it’s just a case of whipping your egg whites and then slowly adding your caster sugar.

There are various ways to add colour but you need to be sure to use a paste colouring not a liquid form. Sugar Flair colourings are great for this. You can either add some colour in when mixing your meringues (not if you have a liquid colouring as it will ruin your meringue and it won’t stiffen) or to paint your piping bag! It depends if you want a block colour or swirls.

In the photos below I twirled some into the finished meringue mix loosely to leave stains if you like and then painted the piping bag too! It came out pretty intense which is exactly what I wanted!

Of course if you are going for a valentines look then red is the key!

2 cups of caster sugar

How to make your Meringue Kisses

Preheat your oven to around125C FAN

Have you caught up with my super goey NYC Nutella filled cookies recipe yet?

The Most scrumptious Nutella Filled NYC Style Cookies

If you are anything like me then you have been hunting for super easy Cookie Recipes to smash during lockdown, maybe with the kids, maybe just for yourself!

This recipe is an old favourite of ours and one that I do at least monthly, it is pretty much fail proof and always goes down well! I love a thin cookie but I absolutely love a filled cookie recipe and even better than that, a New York Style Cookie! I meannnnnn. How could you not?

People often think these may be be a little complicated to bake, but actually they’re super easy!

You have to be a little more prepared for when you are going to do them as you have to freeze the chocolate sauce into mini portions to pop inside the cookies, but that’s it!

* Nutella frozen into little portions (My recipe usually makes around 10 but I like them BIG)

175 g Light Brown Sugar or Coconut sugar (slightly healthier. )

1 tsp Vanilla Essence (The better quality the nicer they will be!)

275 g Self Raising Flour

Small pinch of Salt

200 g Chunks of Chocolate (I use a mix of Milk and Dark but any is good!)

Pop dollops of your chocolate spread or Nutella onto a lined tray, and freeze till solid. The smaller they ae, the quicker they will freeze!

Preheat your oven to 190C/170C Fan, you are going to want to cook them on a middle shelf.

Beat together the Butter and Sugar until as fluffy as possible, and then pop in your essence and Egg and beat again till smooth. Please note Coconut sugar doesn’t go as fluffy as other varieties so don’t panic!

Add all of the other dry ingredients in to the wet mix. Make sure it is well combined.

Next choose how big you want you cookies to be, you want them pretty standardized so they cook well. If I am doing for the kids an ice scream scoop is the perfect size to portion out. If I am doing for all of us or friends then GO BIG!

Roll your dough gently into a ball and flatten the dough slightly so it goes a bit flatter, and add a frozen Nutella piece to the middle and then ensure the dough goes all around it. Careful not to over work your dough though.

Line your baking trays with baking paper or grease if you don’t have any. Your cookies will spread a bit whilst baking, so spread them out well on the tray.

Lockdown 3.0: Coping Strategies

And here we go again.

On NYE I sat and wrote the first blog post I had got around to in some time, thanks Covid! And yet here I am again, back in lock down. How awful is it that it feels almost normal now a days to not see anyone for weeks on end? To not get out of the house except for the daily walk and to pop for some essential groceries?

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Anyway, this isn’t our first rodeo! I thought I would share a couple of coping tactics that I have picked up along the way that I definitely helping me out this time around. I would love to hear of your own coping strategies if I have missed any and should be doing them! The coronavirus pandemic has been hard for lots of us, for lots of various reasons and all that we can do to help one another right now has to be a win!

Mind says «Coping is our ability to respond to, and deal with, unpleasant, difficult or stressful situations. Our ability to cope with things can vary – we can cope well one day, and poorly the next» and this couldn’t be more true for myself.

1. Look for something positive in each and every day. At the end of each day when the little ones are tucked up in their bed and I get that moment to take a deep breath and turn on the tops to a very hot bath I like to remind myself of something positive from the day. Some days this is easier said than done, but there is ALWAYS something. Maybe it is that the kids got their set work done without too much fuss, maybe that huge pile of laundry got put away, perhaps you spoke to a friend or family member, maybe you got 5 minutes too pick up a book or just sit outdoors with a hot cuppa.

2. Get outside. Again I appreciate this isn’t always an easy option for everyone. But IF you can then get out. In doesn’t have to be a huge, long hike (Boris won’t let us anyway hey!) but just a 5 minute walk around the block can help so much. I even find just wondering about the garden with my cup of tea helps me clear my mind a little. And my 2 kids have to get out once a day or they are at one another’s throats all day long, it seems that they forget any tension as soon as they are out. They can be free and I don’t need to shout at them or restrict them! We often just walk up to a muddy old field where they can just be free and kids for half an hour, let their imaginations run free. And I can have 10 minutes to just observe and be still.

3. Feel productive. Each morning I write a list. I have to admit I love a list and I love getting pen to paper, although I know it isn’t for everyone. For me I like to write a list purely for the reasons of ticking it off and feeling accomplished. It is a feeling that I like and gives me real satisfaction. I do it for my day job but I also do it for generic things such as post letters, do the ironing, walk the dog, call mum, anything that I know will make me feel productive.

4. Talk to People. Yes, we can’t physically see them but we have great social media now which means they are just a tap of a button a way. I am lucky in that my day job means I speak to people all day long but it is also good for me to put time aside to talk to friends and family. Make a conscious effort to pick up your phone and call family and friends, it is all too easy to lock yourself away and become lonely. You could even create a habit or routine out of it, such as having a morning coffee with a family member, virtually of course. If you have the facility to do this over a video call, then even better. I often sit and have a coffee break with someone from work, or call my mum during my lunch break so I can see her and have a catch up.

5. Cut out the noise. This has been a big one for me this time around. As much as I love social media and I am a visual person and love scrolling and procrastinating, but sometimes the clutter of all those notifications becomes too much. The endless messages and posts were almost starting to become expectations and competitions and no one else was setting them for me, just myself. I found by coming off a few WhatsApp groups and limiting my social media usage, for example I have removed the Facebook app off my phone then I started to feel free, like I had more time, and no one was expecting anything from me. This is very much my personality traits though and you may be very different. I love social media but the endless scrolling was not doing me any favours! Especially when home schooling was top of the agendas!

So they are just my top 5! I would love to hear what else you have been doing to help yourself this time around. I of course am still a HUGE fan of a hot, long bath and the odd bar of chocolate with a trashy series, (Oh, Hello Bridergton!) but these are other steps I have taken to survive this next few months!

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The Little Things In Life…

The little things in life matter most. However, we get so caught up in the big moments that we don’t see them.

In today’s fast-paced, forward-thinking world, it’s easy to forget about the little things in life. People get so consumed with the big house, the flashy car, and the million dollar dream, that they forget to relish in the happiness that the little things in life bring.

The big things are great, but I have found that the simplest of things in life have made me the happiest. Dr. Glenn Williams, a Senior Lecturer in Psychology at Nottingham Trent University, says, “An effective route to happiness is not necessarily through experiencing major events. Rather it is the small, and often unexpected pleasures in life that can help us build more meaningful lives.”

In the words of Ferris Bueller, “Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you might miss it.” Are you ready to learn 7 ways that you can start valuing the little things in life?

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Do you pay attention to the little things in life?

Too often we become obsessed with achieving big goals in life. However, we forget that all of those big goals are comprised of hundreds of small decisions that lead to the result that we are after.

Don’t get me wrong, having big goals that you work towards is really important. However, if you get too caught up in the final destination, you will ignore the journey. As Bruce Burton said, “Sometimes when I consider what tremendous consequences come from little things, I am tempted to think there are no little things.”

We underestimate the power of a small gesture of kindness, a loving embrace, a smile from a stranger, or words of compassion These little things in life tend to have a ripple effect. A single drop of water can create a wave of change, and so can you.

You don’t have to do something monumental in order to change your life or the life of someone else.

We’ve been conditioned to believe that the ordinary things in life are boring and uninspiring, which is why we tend to live for the big moments. We are inundated with messages like, “Think big!” However, when you adopt the mindset that big is better than small, you fail to notice that life is comprised of a series of small magical moments.

If you neglect to enjoy the little things in life, you are only left with challenges, struggles, and stressors. That is no way to live. When you stop and take the time to smell the roses, you have a greater appreciation for life’s beauty. Research shows that those who regularly take notice of something beautiful are 12 percent more likely to say that they are satisfied with their lives.

Here are 7 ways that you can start to value the little things in life.

1. Slow Down

Life moves so fast that it can feel as if we are on autopilot. Do you ever feel like there isn’t enough time during the day to accomplish everything? If so, you aren’t alone. This way of thinking has become the norm. When we are in a state of perpetual doing, we can run ourselves into the ground and forget to enjoy the moments that make life worth living.

In his book, Thank You For Being Late: An Optimist’s Guide to Thriving in the Age of Accelerations (Version 2.0, With a New Afterword) Pulitzer Prize-winning author Tom Friedman points out that the most meaningful things in life aren’t things that can be obtained through technology. He suggests that “The faster the world gets … the more you need to step back and appreciate everything that’s old and slow.”

Work isn’t going away. It will always be there, so why not slow down for a few minutes and bask in the simplicities of your day? They are there for a reason, so I encourage you to start noticing them more. Whatever you enjoy doing in life, slow down and savor those experiences more often.

2. Help Others

Think back to a moment when you helped someone. How was it received and how did it make you feel? Helping someone can be achieved in a number of small ways, whether that’s by giving a compliment to smiling at a stranger.

I believe that the secret to long-lasting happiness and fulfillment lies in helping others. Unfortunately, a lot of people get caught up in the hustle and bustle of their own lives, that they forget to think about others.

We are all on this crazy roller coaster of a ride that we call life, together. Why not support one another through the highs and lows? When we step outside of our own world and contribute to the lives of others, it gives us a sense of purpose. No contribution is too small. Open your eyes to the needs of those around you and ask yourself, “How can I be of service?”

By turning your focus on others, you will gain more perspective on your challenges, realizing that they aren’t as bad as you made them out to be. We can improve our own lives, simply by helping others improve theirs. What a simple and beautiful idea.

Moreover, helping others is infectious. Those who feel your compassion will, in turn, be inspired to be more compassionate themselves. Be the change that you desire to see in the world. It’s the little things in life that can have the biggest impact.

3. Adopt An Attitude of Gratitude

An attitude of gratitude helps us to value the little things in life that we often take for granted. The more thankful that we are for what we have, the less likely we are to focus on what we don’t have. This is why I am a big believer in the power of a morning ritual.

By starting your day with a grateful heart and being present with yourself, it gives you the inspiration that you need in order to see the good in everything. This is why I love keeping a gratitude journal. By recording my daily blessings, I move throughout my day feeling more optimistic and happier overall.

4. Live In The Present

I believe that if we want to feel fully alive and happy, we need to live in the present moment. A Harvard study found that we spend about 47 percent of our waking hours thinking about what isn’t going on. In other words, we are not present for almost half of our lives, proving that a wandering mind is not a happy mind.

Being mindful allows us to appreciate the little things in life, instead of worrying about what’s to come. Chicag0-based therapist, Chelsea Hudon says that “We often miss out on life’s little treasures because instead of using our senses to engage in the world around us, we remain in ‘our heads,’ worrying about the future or ruminating about the past.”

Being present starts with self-awareness. It’s about paying attention to what is going on around you, without trying to change anything.

A great way to ensure that you are living in the present moment every day is to create a morning ritual. When you wake up, it is so important to not get caught up in your thoughts. The morning is an opportunity for you to start fresh and set the tone for your day. As part of your ritual, I encourage you to create a mindfulness practice, like yoga or meditation. Doing so will allow you to calm your mind, connect with yourself, and feel a sense of deep gratitude for yourself and your life.

5. Smile More

Research has shown that smiling releases serotonin, which is a neurotransmitter that produces feelings of happiness and well-being. Think about the little things in life that make you smile, whether that’s listening to the sound of the rain, walking in nature, writing in your journal, or enjoying a bath.

The people that find a reason to smile, despite their life circumstances, are oftentimes the most resilient. Every time shit hits the fan, although they may be disappointed, they will still remain hopeful and determined to find the silver lining. Why? Because they have programmed their mind to look for the good.

In the words of Mother Teresa, “I will never understand all of the good that a simple smile can accomplish.” If you are feeling negative emotions, a smile can instantly shift how you are feeling. We forget how quickly we can brighten someone else’s day simply by smiling at them. This proves that the little things in life mean the most.

6. Stop Comparing Yourself To Others

Do you look at others and feel jealousy or envy for what they have? If so, it’s time to stop. Comparing yourself to others will only cause you pain and suffering. Instead, focus on how far YOU have come, and do the work to define your own version of success.

Social comparison is the killer of dreams. Many of us can be so hard on ourselves. When we turn our attention to others’ lives, we neglect our own. As a result, we can miss out on a lot of amazing opportunities.

Sit back and think about all of the little things that make your journey so special. This is an act of self-love. Count your blessings and embrace all of your strengths. If you only concentrate on what you don’t have, you will never have enough. This scarcity mentality will affect every area of your life.

If you are going to compare yourself to anyone, make it count and compare yourself to you! How can you continually upgrade your life so that you are growing and evolving into the best version of your higher self, every day? Don’t give away your power. Love your story and trust that you are on the path to success, whatever that may look like.

7. Spend More Time In Nature

Have you ever experienced a wave of positive emotions as soon as you immerse yourself in nature, whether that’s going for a hike in the mountains or running in the forest? Spending time in nature is a beautiful way to connect back to yourself and what is important to you.

Oftentimes we forget what a powerful experience it can be to activate all of our senses. The act of breathing in fresh air and feeling the ground underneath your feet is a reminder of all of the small wonders of the world that we take for granted.

Over 100 studies have shown that being in nature, living near nature, or even viewing nature in paintings and videos can have positive impacts on our brains, bodies, feelings, thought processes, and social interactions. Pay attention to these micro-moments because they can help you cultivate a great sense of connection to yourself and the world at large.

When you have an appreciation for the little things in life, you experience optimal fulfillment and meaning.

Sometimes the journey is more important than the destination. I encourage you to be mindful and pay more attention to the little things in life. One day you will wake up and realize that, in actuality, they were the big things.

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Enjoying The Small Things To Improve Your Life In A Big Way

Do you take time every day to enjoy the small things in life? Most people don’t at the time they happen — only in retrospect.

You may naturally feel excited during big life events – weddings, newborn babies, first homes, job promotions, and so on – and I don’t mean to diminish their importance.

However, we often reminisce about enjoying the small things in life, those everyday moments that have made up the fabric of our lives.

Kurt Vonnegut said, “Enjoy the little things in life because one day you’ll look back and realize they were the big things.”

Why are the little things in life important?

The little things are essential because they comprise the vast majority of our lives. Significant events occur sporadically. Small ones happen from moment to moment. When you neglect the little things, you miss out on enjoying a considerable swath of your life.

Thinking only about the big things without appreciating the little things can even be detrimental.

There’s an outer and inner pressure connected to grand achievements, and being under a lot of pressure negatively affects your mental and physical health.

Feelings of anxiety, sleep difficulties, a compromised immune system, and unexplained aches and pains are not uncommon symptoms of being overly stressed.

Always wanting more instead of enjoying the simple things we already have can lead to a very unsatisfying life.

While goals and dreams certainly are beneficial, an insatiable desire to have more can leave you feeling dissatisfied and resentful. Continually striving to get further ahead removes you from joy and gratitude in the present moment.

This type of mindset removes the focus from what you have and puts it on thoughts of lack. However, a grateful heart allows you to see the good in appreciating the little things happening right now.

The ability to appreciate the small things can upgrade your life in a big way. There is reason to celebrate the small things and be grateful every day with just a slight shift in perspective.

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About the loveliest little things

theloveliestlittlethings is a lifestyle blog of twins mary adair, that looks into our lives through fashion, art and the rest of our favourite things. We believe in the many different ways to look at things and that our differences make each of us unique and beautiful. This inspires us to show our differences (and similarities!) through our projects, style and more. We see the good things in life; the loveliest little things.

moving day

check us out at our new home and follow us there —> http://theloveliestlittlethings.blogspot.com/

three things

2- i found this awesome recipe and can’t wait to try it! donuts are my weakness.

3- dream buffet (new at west elm):

three things.

picked these beauties up on an evening walk. they wanted to say, “in case you didn’t know…autumn is on its way. ”

found this on pinterest this week. love the simplicity of the styling. so carefree and so chic. and someone needs to buy me those sunnies.

lovely time with lovely friends. love you, courtney and ashlee.

wanted: home decor

hello all– there are some lovely home decor out there right now. from old wants (pia wallen blanket) to new ones (souk rug– if only i could bring myself to buy a white rug!), here are a few things i’d really like to put in my house.

the emmys 2012

well, we’re baaaaaaack. kinda. we are in the process of re-vamping the loveliest little things and that is why we’ve taken kind of a hiatus. so sorry. we will be back in full force soonish.

but, what better to bring us back than the emmys 2012. anybody watch that red carpet?! we think some stylists are about to get fired because although there were good dresses- over all it was a GIGANTIC MESS. there were more bad then good.

we love a good red carpet. you can see our other fashion police critiques here, here, and here.

all photos can be found here.

here are our favorites:

Jessica Pare in Jason Wu

Julianne Moor in Christian Dior Couture

kelly osbourne in zac posen

ginnifer goodwin in monique lhullier.

leslie mann in naeem khan

and our not-so-favorites:

january jones in zac posen.

we love this dress. but would you have been able to tell that this was january?! probably not. the styling of this look killed this gorgeous zac posen. all she had to do was tone down on the eyeliner and actually wash her hair.

elizabeth moss in dolce and gabana.

seriously?! just no. never. we do like your bleach blonde hair, though, elizabeth.

kristen wiig in balenciaga

kristen has a picnic to be at after the emmys. excuse her.

this is james van der veek’s date and are unsure of what designer she is wearing.

you are lucky enough to be at a red carpet and this is what you decide to wear this get up? and you are with james van der veek. we are sorry.

ashley judd in carolina herrera.

this has to be the ugliest dress/ styling that we have seen in a while. your hair. that flower. jewelry. shoes. ashley, the only good thing we can say is that we don’t hate your clutch. we are dying inside that this is a carolina herrera.

we would now like to take this time to give some special props to kat dennings for actually trying this year when it came to the red carpet. you’ve come a long way, ms. dennings. and if it weren’t for the ungodly amount of cleavage showing, you would have looked great. maybe next time, right?

before at the people’s choice awards back in january:

after (much better, right?):

the dark side

trends: i am loving this ‘ gothic glam’ vibe. are you a fan of this darker look?

etsy lust list

here are some of my favourite things around etsy right now.
xo & happy wednesday!

three things

loving these three things:

ceremonial collection

ok, ok. i know i’ve already gotten married, BUT LOOK AT THIS COLLECTION by bona drag. it is to die for. i’d wear any of these guys (esp. the 1st pairing and the last). click the link to see the rest of the collection (yes! this isn’t all of it.)

also- a side note on that beautiful serpent ring: i learned from my friend courtney that queen victoria wore a similar ring and it was a popular wedding band during victorian times! i would love to have that on my finger. and how cool to wear the same type ring as queen victoria?

hope you’re having a happy wednesday and are as inspired by the beauty above as i am!

dear creatures

jump into my closet. especially mia and constance.

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Love Is In the Little Things

“Enjoy the little things, for one day you may look back and realize they were the big things.”

Valentine’s Day has never been a big deal to me. It always felt commercialized, so forced. I’ve never felt I needed Hallmark to remind me to do something special for my husband, or vice versa.

This certainly isn’t a reflection of how we felt about, treated, or appreciated one another; it just wasn’t a priority to us.

In our more than seventeen years together, some years I would receive a card, flowers, or chocolates, but other years it would pass by like any other day. I’ll admit on a couple of those occasions I felt a little hurt, even slightly unappreciated.

In November 2009 my husband Bill was diagnosed with an aggressive form of leukemia. It was a total shock, as cancer always is. Breaking the news to our three children was almost as devastating as the diagnosis itself.

Bill was a very involved father, never missing a special event or game. He coached our ten-year-old son’s hockey team at the time. His life was his family.

While Bill had a very successful and demanding career as an electrical engineer, he always put us first. Sometimes that meant staying up until 3am to do work, just so he could make it to our daughter’s soccer game.

After Bill was admitted to hospital, his concerns were still about the kids and me. He was actually worried that I had to put out the garbage myself and shovel the driveway. He liked taking care of things like that. He was always trying to make things easier for me.

During Bill’s time in hospital we did a lot of reminiscing. We laughed, we cried—more laughing than crying. Bill and I shared an unusual sense of humor, sometimes making light of things that weren’t funny. It was our little way of coping.

Life with three kids is busy, especially without any family nearby. Couple time was hard to come by, and as sad as our situation was, it gave us a chance to reconnect.

Bill began an intense four-week cycle of chemotherapy. The first cycle would prove to be unsuccessful, and a second cycle was also a failure.

On New Year’s Eve, Bill’s hematologist told us things didn’t look good. The doctors said they could make one more attempt at a very risky, experimental treatment. We decided to go ahead with the treatment, despite the risks.

A few weeks later Bill developed fungal pneumonia, a very dangerous situation for someone with a compromised immune system. On February 13, Bill’s doctor asked to speak with me privately. I was told he was dying, maybe only having a week or so left.

I was heartbroken and devastated. What was worse, he didn’t know. We decided it was best not to tell him since he was already so sick.

I spent that night at his bedside, and the following day he deteriorated quite quickly. He was struggling to speak and breathe. The medical team increased his medication to make him as comfortable as possible.

Bill remained in and out of sleep that day. He briefly woke up and asked me, “Am I going home tonight?” I said, “No, not tonight honey.” He responded, “Wouldn’t it be cool if I went home tonight?”

I told him I loved him, and he whispered the same. I spent the rest of the night holding his hand while he slept. Then it hit me: it was Valentine’s Day. The realization brought me to tears, tears I had been fighting back for weeks.

I didn’t give a damn about roses, chocolates, or jewelry. I just wanted my husband to live. He was only forty years old and I was thirty-seven. We had so many things we wanted to do together as a family and a couple, so many dreams for our future.

I didn’t sleep a wink that night; I just held his hand and prayed. The next afternoon while standing at Bill’s bedside, I placed my hand on his chest to feel his heartbeat. Moments later it stopped. He was gone.

It hasn’t been an easy seven years since Bill’s passing, but I am grateful we had the opportunity to say what we needed to say and have a real understanding of how much we truly appreciated each other.

Now when Valentines Day rolls around, it’s a reminder of how life’s tender moments have the most impact on us.

It’s the feeling of contentment that I miss most. I had no idea what an underrated emotional state it really is. We don’t need a dozen roses once a year to make us feel loved. It’s the little, everyday things that give us that feeling… even taking out the garbage.

About Holly L. Pender

Holly L. Pender is a proud mom of three, who became an only parent after losing her husband in 2010. Born and raised in St. John’s, Newfoundland, she has lived in Ottawa, Ontario since 1995. She strives to live in the moment and uses humor to get through life.

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[Verse:]
Great big houses with great big rooms
Were not fashioned for brides and grooms
A little place is where we should be
Great big troubles and great big cares
Come from houses with marble stairs
A little place for you and for me

[Refrain:]
Just a little room or two can more than do a little man and wife
That’s if they’re contented with the little things in life

Living on a larger scale would soon entail a lot of care and strife
We could be so happy with the little things in life

A little rain, a little sun, a little work, a little fun
A little time for loving when the day is done

And a little thing that cries for lullabies could make a man and wife
Tell the world how much they love the little things in life

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Просто немного номер или два может больше сделать немного мужем и женой
Вот если они доволен мелочи жизни

Живут в большем масштабе в ближайшее время повлечет за собой много заботы и волнений
Мы могли бы быть так счастливы с мелочи жизни

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Enjoying The Little Things

“Enjoy the little things in life because one day you’ll look back and realize they were the big things.” – Robert Brault

To make things worse, social and traditional media bombard us with stories about celebrities and rich people ’ s lifestyles, making that seem like what we should aspire to. A Rolex watch, an Armani suit, a cruise or vacation spent in a bungalow over the water in Bora Bora. These become synonymous with luxury and our supposed life goals.

But that is only the tip of the iceberg. It ’ s time to take back the definition of luxury and start enjoying the small things, happily and simply.

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Why It’s Enjoying the Little Things in Life That Makes All the Difference

What are elements that add to your pleasure or comfort even if they are not absolutely necessary? How might you indulge in something that provides pleasure, satisfaction, or ease?

In other words, when was the last time you …

This is a subjective list of course, as it reflects “ small ” things I enjoy doing, things that do not require any monetary investment or significant change in lifestyle, yet never fail to make my day better. Whatever your list looks like – and if you don ’ t have such a list I highly recommend you giving it some thought, there is no time like the present to start weaving more elements from your list into your everyday life.

These actions do not need to take more than a few minutes, or cost anything. The point is to find – and create – moments of happiness throughout your days and make sure you are aware of them when they happen.

These may be labeled “ small ” things, and perhaps they are when compared to spending a few weeks on a deserted island accessed by private jet. But between you and me, the island fantasy might be overdone. What if you were able to take such a trip but were not in good company? Or the island is full of mosquitoes? Or upon arrival you realize you forgot sunscreen?

I am not suggesting anyone should find fault in things unnecessarily, but rather that you add a touch of realism to fantasies if that ’ s what it will take to make you internalize that happiness is not waiting for you on an island, nor will it be unlocked by an expensive item you wish you had.

Enjoying the Small Things: What Does it Mean to You?

Happiness is everywhere you let it be. Small things that happen any given day, or every day. And this is what ’ s big. To realize it ’ s there. Mostly up to you.

So, while it is laudable to have goals such as saving up for a car, vacation, or that piece of jewelry you ’ ve had your eye on for a while, let ’ s balance that out with enjoying life every step of the way. A smile, a kind gesture, a shared moment.

Shahnaz Radjy’s background is Swiss, Bolivian, and Iranian (no, really). She loves food, farming, books, horses, adventure, and silly socks – though not necessarily in that order. Having traveled around the world for a year in 2016-17 to discover, learn, volunteer, and remember how beautiful life is outside an office, she and her husband will be based in Portugal as of mid-2017. The plan is to launch a farmstay and write about life while enjoying every minute of it. You can read her travel blog, visit her Medium profile, or see photos of her experiences on Instagram.

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