Falling into Place

Sometimes things just fall into place.

Oft as not,  it is the very substance of those no-big-deal details

The little pleasantries conspire to deliver a splash of satisfaction.

Something as simple as a thank you

in a sincere tone, at a crucial moment

A smile that welcomes,

These are the warming salve whose effects linger for days.

An inner glowing sense of satisfaction

In feeling understood.

Essentially they remain ever unexpected

Which is to say, never anticipated

 within the confines of distracting, unfolding events.

Attention possessed

by  a dreading avoidance of unwanted consequence.

For me

 I  am surprised when I catch myself aware in the moment.

I cherish the quality of connection to the here and now.

I feel...

young

Whenever I am in that light of acceptance

I ironically realize

I am shining back on life.