Simplicity.

Today the most amazing thing happened to me.  It came unexpectedly.  It didn't go unnoticed.

Today, for the first time since we lost Quinn, someone told me I looked happy.

I'd like to think that I'm currently seeing the world through rose colored spectacles, but I didn't think that I emitted that joy to others.  Is there a certain thing that I am happy about?  Yes.  Let me count the ways:

I can run. I'm leaving for a good one after this post.
My husband loves me.  And I know this.  He told me so.
Today, the sun came out.  I saw a rainbow.
My dog licked my face when I got home.
I was given the opportunity to teach children today.
I'll spend a gorgeous fall day up in the trees tomorrow.
My abs and arms hurt from a great workout last night.
A student asked me about my footprint tattoo.

I could continue listing the beautiful things surrounding me right now, like the breeze coming through the open window, or how I can smell the cookies baking next door.  My senses are alive right now, I actually do feel happy.  And it's not about anything special.  Simple happiness.  Simplicity.  Maybe my zen has returned on its own.

Today, is a good day.  I'm excited to let the sweating begin!