Today, I woke up to the chill on my face. I noticed how smooth my hair has become, the softness and coziness of the bed wrapping around me. The sheets with the blue duvet, swimming in a light green room. I stretched, feeling my muscles lengthen. The day outside is cold but gorgeous. I see the sun, gently embracing each leaf, people moving, checking off their lists and feeling accomplished.

I went to the kitchen and made some coffee for breakfast. I’m noticing the small things—the brightness of the clouds, the welcome of the outdoors. I’m just taking these moments in, as they are. Because today, for all I know, is all I have. And I have already fallen in love with it. Life is the sum of all simple things. Living is not being ashamed to be happy; it is to sing the beauty of being a lifelong learner. ❤

©️ Beatriz Esmer