being appreciative

in the midst of one of the most stressful summers of my life, i have found a bit of peace. having more free time to write my story ideas, watching gilmore girls in the evening with my mom, waking up at a time where i feel rested but not so late i feel like im missing the day, cooking for my family, talking on the phone with my partner, reading old books i liked when i was a kid, talking with my lifelong friends from my hometown for hours, spending time with my brother before he starts his first year of college, watering the flowers in the backyard in the evening. 

i was in such a stressful situation, and i also think i started the summer in a very materialistic mindset. now as it comes to a close i am so thankful for the life i have. i can only do my best. and i am so blessed. 

anyways! hope yall are having a good summer!

-syd