Smell Them

Stop and Smell the roses.

Of course the ones below are not roses.

But they are as pretty as roses though.

My nephew once told me; " Aunt, stop and smell the roses ! " What does that entail? It means to pause and have time to relax. It also says to throw away cares of the world and look at the little things in life that make you happy. It also means to laugh heartily and be amused at small jokes and happenings. Someone also told me that I have forgotten to laugh. I wonder why. It must be the changes that are happening to me. But I really must stop and smell the roses and learn the art of laughing aloud again. The petunia in my garden is a sight to behold. They brighten my spirit and I thank God for His creation.Yes. Smell them.

On a lighter note, an evening in town last weekend added some merriment as Christmas decorations are dotting the city. It's the season of the year again. Someone once commented that November and December are months that depict weekends in a week. They are months for celebration and rest.A walk in the malls will further brighten spirits as I am sure there will be fierce competition for the best looking one ! 

I wonder at the surprises that are in store.

Grace and Aaron related that the streets of Singapore are already in their top form. I am wondering when I can go visit the pretty city again. But I am sure the streets of Kuala Lumpur will be mesmerizing soon too and we hope they will be safe for tourists too.

All too many reasons to stop and smell the roses.

It's a good feeling to be in this season of the year.