We ran errands one afternoon this week, which involves a forty-five mile trip to town before we even start the errands. When we finally got home just before bedtime, I pretty much collapsed into my favorite chair. Then I said right out loud, “Thank you, God,  for this comfy chair, and my heating pad, and this glass of iced tea.”

My husband laughed at me, of course, because obviously my bar for a good time is set pretty low.

But then we both smiled, because really, we’re glad about that. I do thank God for the big things in life, too. A daughter who survives cancer. A son who graduates from the police academy. A tornado that misses our town. We all recognize those big things when they happen.

The little things, though, are the ones that help me stay optimistic through the struggles of life. I thanked God for my soft chair and my perfect glass of tea, and I felt that all was right with the world. For the moment, at least.

When the next big thing hits (and it will) all those little things will add up to a security in God that holds me up and carries me through.

So, three cheers for the small, perfect moments. I hope you find one today. And I hope you take time to recognize it.

This was a moment I’m still thanking God for. The release of the Secret of Serendipity one year ago this week. Happy Birthday to us!