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Flannel, Fall, and Finding Joy in the Little Things

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By Praises from a Wife and Mommy!

 

It was Flannel Day in town — you know, one of those small-town events to get more to come to town to go to the shops. The boy and I put on our best flannel and headed downtown. I was determined, crutches and all, to enjoy the day!

We stopped at the gas station where they were giving out free donuts (who doesn’t love free donuts?). I only had a couple of bites, but the boy? Let’s just say he had no problem finishing two donuts and was very proud of it. Then we wandered into one of the local shops and sampled some dips — and let me tell you, I could have stayed there all afternoon “sampling.” Titus actually bought a couple Christmas presents at this shop!  

The weather was warm, the fall colors were putting on their best show, and Titus made it his personal mission to find every crunchy leaf on the sidewalk. There’s just something about those fall sounds, the crisp crunch of leaves, laughter in the air, and the rustle of wind through the trees  hat makes you slow down and breathe a little deeper.

As I crutched my way through town, I couldn’t help but smile. Healing is still happening, and yes, it’s slow at times, but I’m learning to appreciate these simple moments. Sometimes joy isn’t found in the big things, it’s in donuts, crunchy leaves, and matching flannel.

Scripture:
“This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.” — Psalm 118:24

Each day holds something worth rejoicing over — even if your legs are tired, your crutches squeak, and your kid eats your donut.

Life doesn’t have to be perfect to be beautiful. Gratitude turns ordinary days into something sacred. When we notice the small blessings — a warm day, a colorful tree, a laugh with our child — we’re reminded that God’s goodness shows up in the everyday moments, not just the big ones.

Lord, thank You for simple joys and small-town moments that remind me of Your love. Help me slow down, notice the beauty around me, and choose joy — even when life looks a little different than I planned. Amen.

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