Simplicity

Some people judge their life by the things that surround them, things they've bought, their cars, their houses, their "big-boy toys"... we have so much at our fingeritps now more than ever. Can you stop and remember the last time you didn't have to make sure you had your cell phone? Can you remember the last time you didn't have to check your calender to see when exactly you can squeeze in some time with a friend?

I know we all have things to do, things we HAVE to do, things we're involved in that take commitment, and I'm not saying there is anything wrong with that... it just makes me think back to a different time in life...

A time when we got excited to see cousins pull into the drive way at the farm because it meant more kids to play with.

A time when going on a tractor ride to spread manure was something exciting...lol

A time when family reunions were planned each year, instead of every 10 years.

A time when I can remember my momma always being in the kitchen canning something or baking something or cooking something, but always having time to stop and kiss a boo boo or for the crazy questions we had or just for a hug and a quick I love you.

Simple times, simple memories at the time that turn into your most prized memories of all =)