In what moments do I feel the greatest contentment?

My moments of greatest contentment are at the end of the day when my work is done, my body is tired, my mind feels empty, and my soul find rest. As I nestle in between my cool sheets and fuzzy blanket, I can feel the world melt away as my eyes start to close. It’s not frequent that all the factors are present for the perfect storm of contentment, but writing this reflection certainly helps me to ponder ways I can achieve the balance I need for my mind, body, and soul. I also find contentment when my kiddos are acting with love and compassion towards each other and their friends, when my husband falls asleep next to me, when there is a thunderstorm and Mother Nature puts on a tremendous light show, when there is a howling blizzard and I can watch the snow as it falls from the comfort of my home, and watching the bird nest built on top of a downspout where the birds return every year. As I write this, I am struck by how many things I can describe as bringing contentment, but I don’t think I appreciate it so much in the moment. Perhaps something to strive for…being present and open to a moment of contentment.