Today started out like every other morning with coffee then a stroll outside to check on my aquaponics , goats , pigs, and chickens. Today I was prompted to check inside the chicken nesting box  for eggs. They haven’t laid any eggs for a while so I haven’t been checking as often . Today I got a nice surprise ! As I looked inside I saw two eggs! One was blue and the other was brown! As I picked them up, I remembered that yesterday I had quietly asked the chickens to start laying eggs again for me. Wow ! That was fast! 

I could have so easily missed out on finding these two beautiful eggs. I’m so glad that I listened to the “ prompting” . I went inside and made two fried eggs for breakfast. As I looked into the frying pan, I couldn’t help but notice what a beautiful bright orange color the yolks were. These eggs were a sweet reminder of the little “promptings” that bring little gifts when you least expect it . It stands as a reminder that no matter how hard , or stressful, or sad , or overwhelming life can get , it’s important to look at the “ sunny side of life” or to look for the “ bright side of things”. It seems so simple but sometimes it’s very difficult to do.

I usually flip my fried eggs to make “ easy over” style, but I always go gently and really never know if the yolk will remain whole or break. I remember hesitating for a moment and thinking “ I can just let it cook and not take the chance to flip it and maybe break the yolk. Should I take the chance?”. As I flipped the eggs , one yolk did make it and the other didn’t and it broke . Oh well …. They both still tasted  great! 

This reminds me of life and how it’s so easy to just sit back and take the safer path with less risk. Taking a chance in life can be so hard. Stepping forward can be so daunting and scary and even bring a lot of anxiety. It’s in these moments that I try to listen for the “ promptings” or “ gut feelings” for help. Whether the yolk makes it or actually breaks, it still tastes good. I’ve definitely learned and continue to learn that life sure is a journey. I’m trying to remember to just take a deep breath and if prompted, to just go ahead and “ flip the egg”.