Some weeks feel ordinary at first glance, but when I look a little closer, I realize they’re filled with small celebrations tucked into everyday—moments that may not seem grand, but stay in my mind and my heart.

Kentucky Derby

This week’s first celebration to share with you was the fun party for the Kentucky Derby. Our friends threw the best party ever! The food is always so delicious! They make outstanding smoked meats, along with lots of scrumptious sides and desserts. Everyone also brings something to share. Then, if that’s not enough, there are games to play while we wait for the race. Then we pick which horses will win, place, or show. There’s just something about the pretty hats, the food, and everyone picking their favorite horses that turns the annual horse race into a celebration!

Did you watch the race? It was exhilarating! Golden Tempo was in last place and then won by a neck! Wow!

And here’s my fun little connection—NBC’s Derby reporter Donna Brothers went to the same Pennsylvania high school as I did. How cool is that! She told the female trainer, Cheri DeVaux, that “she hoped she would be the first woman trainer to win the Derby,” and sure enough, she called it!

 

Backyard Blooms and Creatures

After all the Derby excitement, the week calmed down a bit into a quieter celebration of sorts.

The backyard cactus flowers are blooming, and the saguaros around the neighborhood are still showing off their crowns. I’ll never get over how something so prickly can produce such pretty flowers. The desert really knows how to throw its own kind of spring celebration.

And look what I found while taking a photo of these purple flowers. A yellow paper wasp.

Another Favorite Mug

A simple celebration of sorts was when I had a slow cozy morning with coffee in my favorite mug from Ireland. Nothing fancy—just coffee and memories. Funny how a mug can take you right back to another place.

More Coffee

Speaking of coffee… I spent some time at a friend’s house, sitting and chatting over a coffee and her homemade scones. She had a few neighbor friends over as well. There’s something so comforting about sitting together, talking easily, and feeling welcomed—hospitality at its best.

Then I was invited for coffee at another friend’s house. More easy conversation was had! What a delight. Later this morning, a different friend is having me over for coffee. I guess I have become a social coffee drinker. What fun!

I hope I can do the same coffee shares when we are back in Pennsylvania. There’s something about enjoying each other and having leisurely conversations.

Micro Moon

And then, to top off the week, we watched the Flower Micro Moon rise with the neighbors. We were chatting out front, and then sweet man said, “Look at the moon!”

The Micro Moon is called that because it is further away from Earth. Opposite of a Super Moon, which is closer to Earth.

It wasn’t a week of grand events, but rather a week full of small celebrations—laughter with friends, a horse from behind that wins, beauty in the desert, a favorite cup of coffee, and a pretty moon rise.

And sometimes, those are the moments that mean the most.

Thank You

Hope your week had a few celebrations. Today is Cinco de Mayo. Perhaps you will celebrate with some Mexican food or margaritas!

Hope your days ahead are filled with little celebrations of sorts.

Before I go, I want to wish many of you a Happy Mother’s Day. However you spend it—surrounded by family, enjoying a quiet cup of tea, or remembering those dear to your heart—make it a celebration.

Thanks for spending some time with me today.

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