Thursday, January 17, 2013

Shift in Attitude - Mindful Writing Challenge

Birds may have chirped, but I paid them no mind. A yapping dog ran beside me - my stride never wavered. Businessmen, phones pressed to their ears, ignored me as I did them. I didn't noticed any warmth from the sun. Monkey Mind chattered incessantly in my brain.

double exposure - grandson opening gift - edited

Suddenly, a little boy scampered in front of me. Head cocked so my pink coat reflected in his mud-puddle eyes, he grinned up at me. "Hi ya!" he shouted gleefully. I stopped and fumbled for my my smile. Where the heck did I put it? "Hi yourself, little guy!" Satisfied, he pulled his Mama forward. She shrugged an apology as we continued our separate ways. Immediately, I felt the caress of the sun. Birds began to serenade. My shadow walked jauntily, slightly ahead. People began nodding good morning. 
"What a great day, " I thought to myself. 

Still smiling...

15 comments:

  1. oh, that is sweet! one tiny 'hi ya' to open up the whole day. :)

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  2. Hi ya! :D

    Another lovely stone. I'm smiling.

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  3. Your little story made me laugh. It must be contagious....my stone for today was one of those laugh-out-loud moments, too. Glad to have two surprise laughs in the same day!

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  4. Sounds like a good day to me anytime a kid engages.

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  5. Love it, kids are great. I have been enjoying these posts.

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  6. Smiles on any size bring such happiness!!

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  7. And what person said to a child " Never talk to a stranger", I'm sure you made his day so much brighter with your smile and reply. Little things, maybe, but in his life, LARGE, and wonderful. Greetings from Jean

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  8. I think children totally know when they should pipe up and step forward. This is a vivid piece, Barb. I like it and thanks for sharing this site with me.

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  9. A wonderful and needed transition was sent your way. :)

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  10. I LOVE this Barb. I think the little boy sensed your need to be reminded of the real important stuff in life. I hope I get a reminder like that next time I forget and start letting my brain run circles!

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  11. What a great day indeed. Innocence, pass it on!! Hey Barb, that photo would make an interesting puzzle! Love Di ♥

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  12. We often need a gentle nudge, don't we? :)

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  13. Just what you needed, wasn't it?

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  14. I have had this very sequence play out out at times. Remember to smile. Yes I will.

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  15. I love the sun soaked image. Wonderful how a chance encounter can change a mood.

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