20 Simple Pleasures in Life to Relish

We are often in such a rush that we take for granted all the little things that life offers. It’s the little things that make life great. Here is a list of a few simple pleasures in life to not just appreciate, but to relish.

1. Feeling the sand beneath your feet as you walk barefoot along a beach.
2. Getting seconds (or thirds) of a yummy home-cooked meal.
3. Waking up naturally without an alarm clock.
4. A knowing glance between you and your BFF/boyfriend/girlfriend that communicates a message without a single word being spoken.
5. Getting a real hand-written note from a friend via snail mail.
6. Laughing so hard you cry.
7. Receiving a spontaneous hug or kiss from a child.
8. The feeling of anticipation of the weekend, a vacation, or pretty much anything—anticipation is half the fun.
9. The sound of the wind rustling the leaves in trees.
10. The feeling of the sun warming your face.
11. A great conversation.
12. Not hitting any red lights when driving.
13. Getting a “rock star” parking spot.
14. The rare times you actually get something for free.
15. When a stranger lets you bud him in line.
16. Receiving a sincere compliment.
17. Blowing bubbles and watching the rainbows inside.
18. The sound of a baby giggling.
19. The warm fuzzy feeling you get when you know you helped someone or cheered them up.
20. Drinking hot chocolate with real marshmallows on a cold day.

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