It's The Little Things

Almost the end of 2009 and what a year - recession, wars,  disappointing politicians, fear of the flu, the growing number of those without enough, environmental concerns and where exactly is humanity headed..................... I am in awe, feel so good about humanity, every time I think of all the good which came my way this year from people who simply fully appreciated how much they care, how much others care.  The mutual respect, moments for a chat or a  conversation, the personalities and situations, the honesty and fairness . There were times this year when I positively felt like I was safely wrapped up in a bubble of hope and good will. I remember: My three barn owners had the magic something inside  which found a fit for different little me. The chats, the hay, the lawnmower and the laughs. All incredible for me. My free lance barns, awesome crowd too. To think I relieved a mind or two, created the possibilities for me to work at something I like and for the owners the chance to get away, is an exciting idea for me. Thoroughbreds, Warmbloods, ponies, Paints, Quaterhorses, Standardbreds, Arabs and all easy to be around. I figure I put on a floor show, with treats included, every time I walked into a barn. Horses like to hang out. One friend in particular. I surely had car problems  earlier this year. When she finally died I drove his truck for a few days  until I bought a much better car. In a certain, important  context - lifesaver!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  A friend who just plain puts up with me. My family - purely my luck. How many times did dad, my son, my nephew come to my rescue, fixed things, lifted things and were cheerful company too. My mum was quiet advice. My dad and breakfasts in Belmont with his stories too.  Grandsons so full of life. A gene which has been directly passed down through generations and is wonderful to see in grandchildren. My daughter who works harder than anyone I know but her spirit endures. My sister for the 'loading the horse' moment which  will become  a story to be passed down.  My niece and my son riding the trails with me. Some of my best moments, on a horse with good company. Life doesnt get any better. It's the little things that I will remember, the moments of unexpected kindnesses and thoughtful help at just the right moment. The hugs, the thinking of you email forwards fun, the calls for no reason at all, the smiles. Despite what seemed to be too many questions and uncertainties swirling, there were incredible people who time and again thought of others. So even though there is so much on people's minds right now, I'm happy I found the moments when someone made my day and I made someone's day. Thank you for the moments. Pretty much everything else in life is dirt over the diamond. Peace & Love :Sweetbomb copyright 2009