"Each day holds a surprise. But only if we expect it can we see, hear, or feel it when it comes to us. Let's not be afraid to receive each day's surprise, whether it comes to us as sorrow or as joy. It will open a new place in our hearts, a place where we can welcome new friends and celebrate more fully our shared humanity." ~ Henri Nouwen

Today - and every day - let's be open to life's "surprises." 

Unforeseen things happen in every human life. When they do, let's respond with opened hearts and minds.

The next time something unusual happens, pause, take a deep breath, and say, "Hmmmmm" as you hold hope and trust life. Watch what happens. See what greets you. Embrace the gift.

With love,
Charlene 

PS - It helps to recall a time when, indeed, there was an unexpected gift in one of life's surprises.