Pleasure in the Simple Things



Sunny Daffodils
Mixing Up
 A Gentle Thunder Shower
Soft Music 



Laura
Blessed 
to be a
Blessing


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Comments

  1. Finding JoyMarch 29, 2014 at 4:39 AM

    I love the simple things in life:)))

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  2. Laura of Harvest Lane CottageMarch 29, 2014 at 2:25 PM

    Hi Jo,
    They're the things that bring peace and calmness. Of course, that peace ultimately comes from God.

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  3. Amy @ Life to the FullApril 4, 2014 at 9:16 PM

    Those are all simple yet amazing blessings - especially the combo of sunny daffodils, a gentle thunder shower, soft music, and maybe a cup of coffee :) Thanks for sharing!

    Amy @ http://livinglifetruth.blogspot.com/

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  4. Laura of Harvest Lane CottageApril 4, 2014 at 11:19 PM

    You're so right, Amy. I'll be over for a visit in just a bit.
    Blessings,
    Laura

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  5. KathyApril 6, 2014 at 10:00 PM

    Wonderful post - I am delighted that you shared with A Return to Loveliness,
    Kathy

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  6. Laura of Harvest Lane CottageApril 7, 2014 at 2:45 PM

    I always enjoy your blog, Kathy. Have a terrific week!
    Laura

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  7. Black Fox HomesteadApril 9, 2014 at 10:19 AM

    Yay for daffodils! Thanks for sharing this post with us at the HomeAcre Hop!

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  8. Laura of Harvest Lane CottageApril 9, 2014 at 2:14 PM

    Thank you Mrs. Black Fox, I'll be by for a visit in a bit.

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  9. AnonymousMarch 9, 2015 at 11:58 AM

    Harvest Lane Cottage...that just sounds so lovely, romantic and inviting!! I had to stop by from Donna Reidland's linkup! Blessings to you and yours.

    SheilaKimball.com

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  10. UnknownMarch 9, 2015 at 12:02 PM

    I really enjoy focusing on simple things. I suffer from some biological anxiety so it's easy for me to get caught up in the whirl of life (in a bad way). I appreciate this reminder! (:
    Visiting from http://www.andieconn.com/fad-going-gluten-free-reduced-depression-symptoms/ and would love a visit back.

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  11. Kelly-AnneMarch 9, 2015 at 1:11 PM

    ...Oh indeed...taking pleasure in the simple things in life is so lovely and special! Thank you for this sweet reminder!
    May your day be blessed!

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  12. Laura of Harvest Lane CottageMarch 13, 2015 at 1:39 PM

    I enjoyed our chickens. We let them free range. They can be messy. I loved having eggs.
    Happy end of wintering.

    Hi Andie. I visited my 92 year old grandma today and she reminded me to always look on the bright side of life. Happy end of wintering.

    When I keep it clean Sheila! 😉
    I'm out of town and look forward to getting home again.

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  13. JESMarch 14, 2015 at 6:36 AM

    I am a lover of simple things too Laura :) Thanks for sharing your happy list!

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  14. Laura of Harvest Lane CottageMarch 14, 2015 at 9:17 AM

    Have a wonderful week Jes!

    Blessings to you from our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ,

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  15. DedeMarch 18, 2015 at 12:47 PM

    i love the simple things too!! This is my first visit to your blog!I'll be back!

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  16. Laura of Harvest Lane CottageMarch 20, 2015 at 8:02 AM

    Welcome. Dede. Thanks so much for talking back. I look forward to getting acquainted.

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  17. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonApril 1, 2015 at 11:44 AM

    Yup, all of those things would bring me pleasure! Certainly could use a gentle thunder storm right now!! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  18. Laura of Harvest Lane CottageApril 1, 2015 at 11:54 AM

    Just had a very light one pass over the house. Wish it had rained a bit longer.
    Have a great Holy Week!
    Laura

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