Life is Good

Do you ever have those surreal moments in your life, when everything seems to slow down enough for you to appreciate it? This morning was one of those moments. Chris got up early and let the dog out so I didn't have to peel myself out of bed and bundle up to do it. He left for Bible Study and I began my search for the best cookie recipe ever (that I had the ingredients for...that hindered the process a LOT, I must say!) I decided on a pumpkin cookie whose name escapes me right now, and went into the cold kitchen to bake. (@ 8 am!)
Now, if you know me, you know baking's not my thing. But this morning, there was something about the quiet...I don't know what it was. Usually, the first thing I do is turn on some music, but I didn't at first. I proceeded to measure and mix, bake, frost, and top with pecans. The methodical process, uninterrupted, was something I don't experience often, and it made me appreciate why other people like to do it.
Now the Christmas tree is on, I'm listening to Erin O'Donnell sing my favorite Christmas carols, the house smells like warm sugar, snow is falling outside, and I'm not in a hurry...maybe that's it...maybe that's why I enjoyed this morning so much...I wasn't in a hurry. I should try it more often.