Sometimes, it’s easy to forget how beautiful this world is. 

To neglect the everyday treasures as we hustle and bustle throughout the day. 

But. We must not forget the importance of being present.
There is too much goodness in life.
We have to stop and smell the roses.

Or, in this case, pick the apples.
Even if you’re not sure how to get them home. 

On a regular everyday walk in the forest with our most adorable dog Bodhi, my husband and I came upon a very full apple tree. What a blessing! 

With a gentle shake and a few huge branches thrown around, we managed to gather just under 40 apples. And not a single worm in sight. Phew.

We were totally unprepared for carrying 40 apples, but who can turn down this kind of natural abundance? We filled our pockets and even my jacket hood with what ended up being a crockpot full of chopped apples. Because what’s the best way to salvage random broken and bruised forest apples?! 

Homemade Apple Butter! With lots of Cinnamon! YUM!

While washing and chopping these beautiful apples, I said a little prayer of thanks to the creator for providing such abundance in unexpected places. 

Because it’s easy to forget how beautiful the world really is. But it’s happening right in front of us. Just look for it.