Stopping to Smell the Roses

Goodness gracious, what a busy week. Crazier than this same week last year. How do I slow down and enjoy the journey when I've got a million things to do? I may live in in a climate where the rose bushes aren't even blooming yet, but that doesn't excuse me from racing through my day without taking a moment to appreciate the beauty around me.

This bouquet from Mother's Day contains fresh roses . . .

. . . and this cake offers up frosted flowers . . .

. . . there's always the wreath around the

miniature carousel horse my husband gave me . . .

. . .  and the rosy cheek of my sleeping child.

Yes, I believe I will pause to notice that.

Dinner last night: barbecue chicken, mashed potatoes, spinach salad