Holding On to Simple Joys

I had a nice walk again this morning, and I really hope the weather continues to improve in the next days ahead. There’s something about a calmer sky and softer air that makes it easier to breathe, both literally and mentally. Even if my route is familiar, the morning always finds a way to feel a little different.

Today, I also felt excited because my phone upgraded its system overnight. It sounds like a small thing, but the update gave me more collage options, and I honestly love it. It made my phone feel new again, like it got a fresh reset without me needing to replace anything. I played around with the layouts and ended up creating a black-and-white collage from the photos I took, flowers and leaves, layered in a simple way, with one message that stood out to me: “The best thing to hold onto in life is each other.”

That line feels even more meaningful when you’re outside, noticing how nature quietly supports itself, branches holding blooms, stems carrying petals, leaves shielding one another from harsh light. It reminded me that the smallest things can still carry the biggest comfort.

Seeing flowers in bloom gives me a revived feeling too. I’m feeling better compared to the past days, though I still felt a bit dizzy during the walk. I’m trying not to worry too much about it. I think I’ll be fine in the next two days as long as I rest and listen to my body.

I’ve also been thinking of buying a new phone next year, but for now, I’m genuinely happy with my current one, especially with this upgrade. Sometimes all we really need is a little refresh and a reason to keep noticing the beauty around us.