The most beautiful place in the world I have ever been to...

Early this morning while the little one slept I read a quote that said "what has been the most beautiful place you have been to?" And the it was amazing how the answer just came to me quick without thinking: our home. I have been blessed to have traveled to numerous countries, cities, states; I have seen from deserts, rainforests, snowy mountains, to paradise beaches yet the most beautiful place I have ever been is our home. Our tinny oddly distributed apartment, with giant windows that let in a stream of natural light, the carpet covered with crumbs, toys and baby slobber from crawling babies (not only ours but our friends too), the small kitchen where we bump each other but serves as a place to pour our love over the food we cook and share with our loved ones, the constant dishwasher running and plates in the sink showcasing the blessings and joy shared around the table, the  drool/popsicle/markers/sticky hands stained couch where we sit to read books and welcome loved ones. The scratched wooden table with a few sticky honey drips here and there that seems to magically stretch as we sit loved ones to share home cooked meals or take out plus a few laughs. The books, journals, flowers, and stuffies scattered everywhere even in places that make no sense. The family pictures and my art hanging on the walls. The flickering of candles and music playing in the background. It's the place where we have grown as a family, personally, emotionally, and spiritually. The place where we have shared frustrations, joys, and sadness. This place has seen dancing, playing, fights, growth, learning, laughter, and tears. It's the place where watch the seasons change from our windows and we get to see the majesty of the mountains reminding us of God, His faithfulness and love for us, always there, always constant, no matter how things changes around them or time passes. It's the place that brings comfort to tired hearts and release to heavy souls, after a long day or a tough time not just for us but also to family and friends because of the cozy, comfort, and loved found here. That is why this is the most beautiful place I have ever been to and I'm blessed to be here every day 💕

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