This post is the second in a series on gratitude, or counting one’s blessings. The idea to write about appreciation was inspired by Yvonne at Quilting Jet Girl (Yvonne happens to be an amazing quilter by the way. If you haven’t already, please take a look at her work.)
When I was working full-time I went out to lunch one day with friends for Chinese food. I received the following message in my fortune cookie. It said “Enough is as good as a feast”. I love this saying, which is a Buddhist proverb. I had it taped to my computer monitor in my office for years and would look at it often. For me it was, and still is, a powerful reminder that one doesn’t have to have stuff; the newest cars, the trendiest clothes or the biggest stash of fabric, to be content. If you have enough (I interpret that as the basics) then you have a veritable feast.
I have enough, for which I am so grateful and because of which, I am content. There is food in our cupboard and a roof over our heads. I am fortunate. When we lose sight of all that we have, if we are always desiring more, we miss the opportunity to experience the joy of appreciating life at that moment.
So, this week, I am focused on feeling grateful for the pantry that feeds us (messy though it is) and the home we live in (again, messy though it is!) It is enough.
Note: The picture of our home is from last spring. It ihas been ridiculously warm here but I certainly don’t have peonies and iris in bloom yet!!
Linking to Thankful Thursday at Quilting Jet Girl today.
What a lovely reminder!
Thanks Yvonne. I’m glad you do this link up weekly. It is a good reminder to think and be grateful.
Warmly,
Bernie
What a great saying! I can see why you’d connect with it. I had a moment of gratitude for my home last week when it was raining. Rain is lovely but it’d be a much different experience if I lived outside.
Hi Megan,
Thanks for commenting. I have loved this saying for a long time. It was even used in the original Mary Poppins movie which is sort of funny….. We are so fortunate and it is hard not to forget and take things for granted.
Take good care,
Bernie
What a beautiful post. I need that fortune printed and hung in every room of the house!
Thanks Cathy. We all need it. Hard to keep the right perspective sometimes.
Love, b.
That is a great quote, that would be awesome on a mini quilt.
That’s a great idea! Thanks so much Cheryl. Have a great weekend.
PS, Love your quilt in the Make Modern issue!
Regards,
Bernie