Sometimes ...

it really is the small things in life.

As much as I enjoy gardening, I rarely buy flowers for inside the house and I rarely force bulbs.

On a recent trip to the grocery store I added a hyacinth bulb in a vase of water to the cart.

Over the weekend it bloomed which has led me to wonder why I don't buy my own bulbs and do this every winter?

A small thing, but such a beautiful sight to winter weary eyes and the smell ... oh my, a breath of spring.

Another small thing ...

look what was sitting on top of my mail on Saturday!

An anonymous note ~ simple and sweet and sure to put a smile on the face of the recipient.

Today, I'm forwarding this note to each and every one of you.

Wishing you a happy start to your week!