The Little Things

"I am beginning to learn that it is the sweet, simple things of life which are the real ones after all."
-- Laura Ingalls Wilder (1867-1957, Author of "Little House on the Prairie")

It's very easy to forget the little things in this world we have created. The world we live in is full of big things--cars, homes, food (Whopper, Big Mac, etc.), and many other things. But the small things, the moments you wish to remember forever, are the ones I am learning to appreciate the most and savor. The belly laughter of my one and half year cousin when she sees something obviously hilarious (to her only, most times), my boyfriend holding my hand in public or giving me a kiss on my head, or the beautiful sunset on the way to Wisconsin Dells.

Each of these things, and many more, have meant more to me in the past four months than they probably ever have, and for that, I have my boyfriend to thank. On July 6th, he is moving to Israel, but tomorrow, he is leaving for New York. I have no idea when I will see him again, and have therefore been trying to savor and appreciate every moment I have left with him. I would love to be able to remember every moment, but the truth is, I cannot, and I know that. So, until he leaves tomorrow morning, I will just be enjoying, relishing, and appreciating every moment I have left with him.