There are always iconic moments in time where your world stands still and you stop and know that life will never be the same after that moment. We remember where we were, how we felt, the chills, the tears, the heartache. My Mom called this morning and said where were you on 9/11? "I was in Savannah in my pajamas crying because I had learned that my husband was having an affair and my world as I knew it had ended." She said, "I'm so sorry I forgot and didn't realize the connection Natalie." I said, "I'm not sorry Mom, look at where I am now. Second chances are the best."
It's been 14 Septembers since that fateful date. We have all by the grace of God moved on but are forever changed. There is no expiration date on the disease that led to the terrorism of our great country. I wanted to share my favorite pictures from 9/11 which encompass what I wish our world would remember more -- coming together as one America regardless of race, creed or color. #neverforget
I've always loved the little things ever since I was little. My love for the littles has only grown stronger as I have aged. And, since March of 2014, I would say I'm over the top in my love for the littles. We recently went on a much needed vacation to Mexico. I'm teary eyed as I type this and filled with so much gratefulness. I sat there at lunch the first day and said to JT, "my heart is so full." I realized how completely cheesy it sounded at the moment so it was then that I began a collection of "littles" to myself......like the thrill of finding baby strawberry jelly jars at breakfast, hearing you look so pretty tonight at dinner and the comfort of neighbors at home being 911 to my sweet Dad in need. The littles are endless in my world of recovery. I believe what we choose to focus on influences all we do in life. I encourage myself and you to pay attention to the littles around you. These are things and moments of being exactly where we're supposed to be with the people we're supposed to be with. What is in your collection of littles? Slow down, live for your littles.
