A Small Moment Described Deeply
Cherishing quiet moments, love, and the joy of simply being.
My favourite time is my downtime, a time to fully unwind and be in a state of pure relaxation.
Relaxation looks different to us all. Relaxation to me differs, depending on the scenario and of course the mood I am in.
Moments of relaxation, may involve sitting outside in the garden and simply hearing the birds sing. It may be walking in nature taking in all of it’s beauty. Sometimes it simply means nurturing my body, giving it a deep and long stretch while having relaxing music play in the background.
My favourite time though, is when I am sitting on the couch zoning out to a great box watch. This could be viewing a documentary, spiritually enlightenment material or a movie.
Most of the time during the past couple of years and since I rescued my darling Joey, he has been a special part of these moments.
On occasion, while watching a movie, I feel like I’m one of the lead characters, especially in a heartfelt romance movie. This resonates with my soul because I exude love. When I am this transfixed, it’s like my Joey can feel the love within me, peak at such a high vibration.
I know this to be true because while he is curled up in a ball beside me, so at peace, he tilts his head back with those mesmerizing and deeply loving dark brown eyes(there is something about a Bichon’s eyes) and stares straight into my soul. At that very moment when he lovingly looks at me with those eyes, it’s like he is saying to me, “momma, I feel it too. I feel the love within you. I am so happy momma that you chose me and that I get to experience that kind of love.” As he communicates this to me, I look right back into the depth of his soul and utter the words, I love you deep my baby Joeyyyyy.
Small moments, yes, but oh so deep.
Written by Charmaine
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Charmaine Abrahams
Curious soul, storyteller, and lover of all things meaningful. I share ideas, reflections, and sparks of inspiration from my world—always with heart, a little magic, and a smile. ✨💜
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