The Little, Little Pleasures in Life you may have Forgotten by Temitope Oluleye.

It is so easy and very understandable to get caught up on the rigours of life and completely forget the little, little blessings or pleasures that we experience everyday. We all strive so hard to make more money, get that degree, settle down, have children etc..and don't even take the time to really enjoy and acknowledge the little pleasures of life. I mean little pleasures like the relief and the feel good feeling that a good shower/bath brings, the enjoyment you derive from a sumptuous meal, the refreshment/rejuvenation you get from a good night's sleep, the spring in your step after a challenging workout/exercise session, the pitter patter of raindrops on your rooftop while you are snuggled warmly in bed on a cold morning, the refreshment you get after downing that cold water on a scorching hot day. Some of my little pleasures are drinking hot coffee or tea especially on a cold morning and drinking gari (especially Gari Ijebu) with very chilled water + iceblocks + fried fish/suya/fried meat + sugar + milk (if you haven't tried this, you need to ) on very hot days when the African sun is breathing fire and it feels like your skin is getting cooked.

While we sojourning on our different life journeys eager to get to our destinations that flow with milk and honey, continually remind yourself to pause and enjoy each moment because that moment that you think is inconsequential is actually a significant moment of your life that you will never regain again so relish and dance in that seemingly unimportant nanosecond while you can.

Here are some more little pleasures in life you may have forgotten as well:

The beauty of flowers in full bloom

Climbing into a bed with freshly washed sheets

Driving with your windows down

The first bite of a decadent dessert

Laying down on a blanket and watching the stars

Popping bubble wrap

Stepping on that crunchy looking leaf

Holding hands with a loved one

Flowers beginning to bloom on a spring day

Dining by candlelight

The feeling of accomplishment after finishing a big project

Enjoying a home cooked meal around a table with your family

A stunning sunset

Freshly basked cookies right out of the oven

Reading a book that resonates with you

That first glorious sip of coffee or tea in the morning

Blowing bubbles with little kids

When your favorite song comes on the radio

Bringing a smile to someone’s face

A long walk in beautiful weather

Watching children giggle and play

An impromptu back rub from your significant other

Dancing without a care in the world

Receiving an unexpected compliment

A long, hot bubble bath

The smell of your favorite candle permeating the house

Feeling refreshed after an afternoon nap

Lemon slices in your water or iced tea

A sunny day

Having a good laugh

What are your little pleasures?