Fire Hazard

Day Fifty-two:  Yesterday, I noticed a faint smell of burning plastic. I ignored it for a bit thinking I didn't really smell it after all, but it got stronger. Then it came to me. I went into Ariel's room and her lamp had been on for a few hours. It isn't usually on for more than 15 minutes at a time. There is a little bow that sits on top of the shade when it isn't on. I guess it wasn't moved, so it was melting to the light bulb. I grabbed it and no damage was done. I know better than to put something on top of a lamp...it's a major fire hazard, but I was foolish because I had excuses. Still foolish. I know better.

I am so very thankful for the sense of smell. In this situation, it warned of potential disaster. It was my personal built-in, fully transportable alarm system. Other times, it provides less dangerous (but often still uncomfortable) warnings. Things like diaper changes...NOW, over cooking or spoiled food, etc. It's not all bad, we all know there are tons of good smells. Good food. Yummy desserts. Fresh flowers. Candles. Fresh laundry. Baby. Smell is a powerful sense that triggers memories. It can even be a learning tool. It's just one more aspect of God's creation that makes me sit back in awe.

Thank you, God, for providing my body with powerful senses. Thank you for using my sense of smell to prevent this possible fire. Thank you so much for all the smells, good and bad, and all that they communicate.
Your wisdom in designing our bodies amazes me.


What's this about? I decided on my birthday to make a commitment to being intentionally thankful. I challenged myself to post one thing I am thankful for everyday this year.