It's the simple things...

I love reading blogs...its therapeutic and relaxing for me...and helps inspire me.  Last week, I came across Jesslyn Amber's blog - which is simply amazing by the way - and found a wonderful link-up that I wanted to join in on.  The idea is so refreshing - list the simple things in life you are appreciating and link-up.  I have been so lucky with my lot in life and I really have so much to appreciate but here are some of the things I really appreciated this week:

I appreciate...the delicious crab cakes made by my daddy

I appreciate...my daughter's exploration of the world around her 

I appreciate...cucumbers, onions, and squash fresh from the garden

I appreciate...the smell of gardenias that have just been cut

I appreciate...the days we don't smell the smoke from the NC wildfires

I appreciate...heartwarming news (hi E!)

I appreciate...being called an aunt to my closest friends babies

I appreciate...the sound of bugs on a hot summer's eve