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Gratitude for The Little Luxuries of Life

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Real Estate Agent with The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803

 

This post reflects the comfort and contentment

 

In a world that often feels like it’s moving at full speed, I find myself increasingly grateful for the small comforts that ground me. It’s the little luxuries in life that make each day feel a bit brighter and a little more meaningful. One of those simple pleasures is the warmth of a cozy home. There’s something deeply reassuring about coming back to a familiar, welcoming space, especially as the days get shorter and the temperatures start to drop. Just the thought of settling in, surrounded by comfort, fills me with gratitude.

Quiet moments are another gift I’ve come to treasure. Whether it’s enjoying the morning calmness with a cup of coffee or winding down in the evening, these pauses feel like small sanctuaries from the busyness of the day. These moments remind me to breathe, reflect, and appreciate the present, even in its simplicity. They serve as gentle reminders that life’s beauty often lies in the quiet moments, and it's in those pauses that we find clarity and peace.

And then, there’s the joy of natural light streaming through large windows. It might seem like such a minor detail, but the way sunlight fills a room changes everything. The light brings warmth, brightens the atmosphere, and makes a space feel alive. It’s a reminder of nature’s beauty right inside the home, connecting the indoors with the world outside.

These small luxuries of coziness, quiet, natural light are not extravagant, but they add so much to life’s quality. They remind me that happiness often comes in subtle forms, in the spaces we create, and the moments we embrace. For these everyday luxuries, I am truly grateful.

Sheila

My entry to Debe Maxwell, CRS November Challenge 2024 (Part 2)

 

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Sham Reddy CRS
Howard Hanna RE Services, Dayton, OH - Dayton, OH
CRS

Thanks Larry and Sheila for sharing!!!

Small luxuries of coziness, quiet, natural light are not extravagant, but they add so much to life’s quality. They remind me that happiness often comes in subtle forms, in the spaces we create, and the moments we embrace. For these everyday luxuries, I am truly grateful.

 

Nov 19, 2024 04:14 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good morning Larry and Sheila,

Sometimes we take for granted the simple luxurious in life and its good to pause and reflect on how much they contribute to our well being and peace of mind. Lovely entry into the November challenge!

Nov 19, 2024 04:25 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hello Sheila and Larry - there are those who say silence is golden.  Others say time is to be treasured.  Combined with many other things there may be an embarrassment of riches in the eyes of another.  A dose of self-reflection can lead to a review of what's truly important.  

Nov 19, 2024 04:26 AM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

I love this post - the small luxuries can be big things in the grand scheme of our day to day life!

Nov 19, 2024 05:11 AM
Doug Dawes
Keller Williams Evolution - 447 Boston Street, Suite #5, Topsfield, MA - Topsfield, MA
Your Personal Realtor®

Good Morning Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400 

The things you have shared are truly things to be grateful for. We may take them for granted, and you are right about sunlight streaming through a window, and moments of quietness. The simple things are truly luxurious.

Nov 19, 2024 05:12 AM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Oswego, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning Sheila. Cozy, quiet and natural light are not expensive but having such a place is priceless. Well done! Enjoy your day.

Nov 19, 2024 05:12 AM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

It always seems to be the little things that we take for granted that we treasure the most and make life so much better.

Nov 19, 2024 05:14 AM
Bill Salvatore - East Valley
Arizona Elite Properties - Chandler, AZ
Realtor - 602-999-0952 / em: golfArizona@cox.net

This is the month and time for gratitude. great information. Thanks for sharing it.

Have a super fantastic week!

Bill Salvatore, Realtor- Arizona Elite Properties

 

Nov 19, 2024 05:48 AM
Nick Vandekar, 610-203-4543
Realty ONE Group Advocates 484-237-2055 - Downingtown, PA
Selling the Main Line & Chester County

I really appreciate your post, I agree with everything you write, coming in from walking our dog to feel the warmth on a cold morning is bliss. Enjoying that morning coffee, even if decaf, and enjoying the quiet as you hear the clock tick is delightful. And light streaming through the windows, our cat agrees with you, as he loves to bask in the sun in my office. All so true. For me enjoying a good book is another thing I am grateful for.

Nov 19, 2024 06:18 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker

Good morning, Sheila and Larry. Boy oh boy, were we ever channeling our thoughts this morning!

Nov 19, 2024 06:33 AM
Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 Waves Realty
Waves Realty - Melbourne, FL
Florida Space Coast Homes

Many are not thankful for those little luxuries until they do not have them for a bit. 

Nov 19, 2024 06:43 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Many of us are thankful for our comfortable homes.

Have an outstanding week.

Nov 19, 2024 07:53 AM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Larry and Sheila- I love this and understand your gratitude. In every home we've had, I've always found my "special" place where I could grab a book and relax. 

Nov 19, 2024 10:22 AM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400  your post resonates with me as well and I am grateful for the simple things in life including sipping a good cup of coffee or drinking a great bottle of Bordeaux Endre

Nov 19, 2024 10:31 PM
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

Oh, we are definitely on the same page, Sheila! I had a trip recently and when I got home, I told Ray how every thankful I am to have everything we have at home. SO many others don't have it nearly as luxurious as we do, do they? We are truly blessed!

Thank you so much for your entry in this month's challenge.

Nov 20, 2024 04:18 PM