Let the Sun Shine In
It’s that one swatch of sunshine that streams through the
window on a cold winter’s day. It makes
a slanting rectangular glow on the floor.
I stretch out on the carpet and take in the warmth of it. It is like a natural heating pad to my
back. Face down on the carpet, I’m in a
state of comfort like no other. It is a
warm cup of cocoa, a fuzzy blanket, and literally a ray of sunshine to my
soul. I am perplexed at how a simple
thing can bring such happiness. Oh, but
to enjoy the little things life has to offer.
I am lulled to sleep by the relaxation it provides. It is not even at my own house, but at my son’s
home, in his playroom and I take advantage of it when I can. Among the chaos of the playroom that is sometimes
so loud it hurts my ears, is a respite.
A calm amid the storm. When the boys
are at school and the baby has gone down for her nap, I find myself lying in
the sunshine, quietly. In a place that
is usually bustling with laughter, wrestling, gymnastics and child’s play. My wish is that everyone could find a place of
peace to rest their soul amongst the loud and chaotic world. It doesn’t have to be an extravagant vacation
or a trip to a tropical paradise with glorious views. It can be as simple as the sunshine streaming
in on a cold winter’s day.
Tammy Harvey
1/12/2026
As I title this story, I am reminded of the song by the 5th
Dimension in 1969, Aquarius (Let the Sunshine In).
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