Taking Time to Smell the Gardenias

About a week ago the Gardenia bush beside the steps of our front porch began blooming. I just love the way they smell; reminds me of weddings (and some funerals). I stopped both my children and told them to smell the flowers. They loved the sweet smell. I took the time just that once to stop and smell them, but my children stop every time we pass the bush, which is four or five times per day. That is one of the many differences in adults and children; we're always in a hurry to get everything done, but children only live in the moment and enjoy every little thing they experience. I make myself stop and enjoy the flowers with them now. You know it is funny; we have so much to teach them, so many little lessons; how to put on your socks, tie your shoes, write your name, but they teach us really big lessons. How to enjoy simple pleasures, laugh at silly things and how to love wholeheartedly. Thank you Chloe and Drew.