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The Simple Things Challenge

written by Thom - February 6th, 2010 at 9:31 pm

I came across this my our dear friend, and woo woo drinker Nessa at The Chrysalis Stage. I just had to participate. Thanks Nessa. You da bomb!!! *belts back a woo woo

Chris from Enchanted Oak is doing the Simple Things Challenge, an easy way to keep your blessings flowing to Haiti. From her blog:

“Today and Sunday, I’d like to celebrate the simple pleasures of life with you. For each person who participates with a list, a poem, or a prose piece about the joy of simple things, my family will donate $2.00 to Heartline Ministries for their medical clinic and other programs in Haiti. The Heartline Ministries blog by John McHoul will tell you more about what they are doing.

Post your piece this weekend and include a link to my blog. Then pop in here to say you’ve posted your “Simple Things.” Post by midnight, Pacific time, Sunday, and don’t forget to link with me and notify me that you’ve posted. You can borrow the “Simple Things” photo. If you don’t have a blog, a comment on my blog will count too if you tell me so. Let’s keep those blessings flowing.”

The simple things I love:

1. Family
2. Friends
3. Walking the dog
4. Brushing my teeth
5. A cold glass of water
6. The beach
7. Laughter from a child
8. Morning sunrise
9. Aroma from a bakery
10. Sounds of waves

Hey, it’s only my opinion.

A Hui Hou

37 Responses to “The Simple Things Challenge”

  1. Nessa
    February 7 2010 at 12:37 am

    1

    Oh, Thom, you have some good ones there. Fresh bake goods smell luscious and no one laughs like a child.

    The Simple Things Challenge

  2. Susan at Stony River
    February 7 2010 at 2:07 am

    2

    What a great idea! And a great list from you.
    I’m off to check out the link to Heartline Ministries — thanks Thom! And Chris!

  3. Enchanted Oak
    February 7 2010 at 4:20 am

    3

    Thom, you have an eclectic list here of simple, beautiful things. You are the first person to say that brushing your teeth is one of your blessings, and now that I see it in print, I am so in agreement with you. Ha! Two bucks go into the hat for Haiti on your behalf! Thank you!
    Chris from Enchanted Oak

    • Thom
      February 7 2010 at 6:29 am

      3.1

      Mahalo my friend. I’m thankful to you for starting all of this. What a wonderful idea. You are the bomb as well. Have a wonderful Sunday :)

  4. briaN miller
    February 7 2010 at 5:22 am

    4

    great list thom! glad you joined in…aroma of bakeries and sounds of waves…so soothing…

  5. Ebie
    February 7 2010 at 6:22 am

    5

    And the fresh smell of coffee from the bakery!

    Good list for simple happiness!

  6. quilly
    February 7 2010 at 6:44 am

    6

    Oh! I saw this on Nessa’s blog and meant to do it. I will have to participate after church! Your list is simply quite lovely. Pausing to enjoy the things we take for granted is important.

  7. RiA
    February 7 2010 at 6:52 am

    7

    Great list – but I don’t like water. I just put a list on mine too!

  8. Sylvia Kirkwood
    February 7 2010 at 7:12 am

    8

    Thanks for the info, I’ve posted my simple things. What a wonderful opportunity! Hope you have a beautiful day, my friend!

    Sylvia

  9. kcinnova
    February 7 2010 at 8:07 am

    9

    Thom, thank you! I participated, linked, and commented over at Chris’ place.

  10. gigi-hawaii
    February 7 2010 at 8:59 am

    10

    hmmm. Brushing your teeth? That made me chuckle.

    BTW, do you know Sam Yanos? He’s been driving DaBus for 17 years, and is the husband of David’s co-worker.

  11. Barbara H.
    February 7 2010 at 9:24 am

    11

    Great list! There used to be a commercial about “Simple pleasures are the best” — the song to it is going around in my mind.

  12. juliana
    February 7 2010 at 9:41 am

    12

    family and friends (well, some of ‘em) are by no means simple for me…
    and so many things we take or granted and don’t even realise their value until they’re gone…
    but that was an enjoyable list for a good cause

  13. Susan Anderson
    February 7 2010 at 10:58 am

    13

    As a kid we would sometimes drive past the Nabisco factory and if you passed at just the right time the aroma was awesome. Wonderful list!

    I’m up right HERE

  14. Bill
    February 7 2010 at 11:14 am

    14

    Nice list Thom, I may even try this when I get hope later today, once Haimish and Alexander know I am home for a bit.

    Have a Wonderful Sunday

    “Have Bus Wench Will Travel”

  15. Melli
    February 7 2010 at 11:32 am

    15

    I think I can jump on board for all of those things EXCEPT walking the dog! She pulls my arm practically out of it’s socket! When she was little it was fun… but not anymore! Labs are crazy! And they have NO manners! LOL!

    It’s a great list Thom!

  16. Stacie
    February 7 2010 at 2:53 pm

    16

    Laughter from a child is at the top of my list. I love hearing kids laugh it means their happy and having fun. The innocence too! Great list.

  17. Becca
    February 7 2010 at 9:35 pm

    17

    Interesting list…I have to comment on #4. Why in the world do you enjoy brushing your teeth???? I like how they feel after but hate doing it!

    • Thom
      February 8 2010 at 8:39 am

      17.1

      Because I just like doing it. My mouth feels the best when it’s all clean and I just enjoy brushing them. :) Weird I know :)

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