A. A. Milne - Sometimes the smallest things take up the most room in your heart
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Welcome to The Daily Quote—a podcast designed to kickstart your day in a positive way. I'm your host, Andrew McGivern, for December 13th...
Now, let’s get this out of the way: it’s Friday the 13th. Cue the ominous music. But before you start avoiding ladders, black cats, or whatever you think brings bad luck, let’s add some sweetness to this potentially spooky day—it’s National Cocoa Day! Nothing wards off bad vibes like a warm mug of cocoa, preferably topped with a mountain of marshmallows.
And speaking of finding comfort and warmth in a chaotic world, today’s quote is from the beloved Winnie the Pooh creator, A. A. Milne who once said,
"Sometimes the smallest things take up the most room in your heart."
Now, isn’t that the perfect reminder for a day like this? Friday the 13th might be shrouded in superstition, but instead of focusing on big fears or looming bad luck, Milne invites us to notice the small joys. Like hot cocoa. Or the sound of whipped cream hitting the mug. Or realizing you’ve got an extra marshmallow left at the bottom of the bag.
These little things might seem trivial, but they can transform a day. And honestly, isn’t that what hot cocoa is all about? A small, steaming cup of sweetness that somehow fills your whole heart—and your whole house—with cozy vibes.
Of course, if you’re superstitious about today, maybe your small thing is simply making it through without incident. Or noticing that, hey, the world didn’t end just because it’s Friday the 13th. The key is to focus on those moments that make you feel safe, happy, and maybe even just a little indulgent.
So whether you’re battling unlucky vibes or just enjoying the fact that it’s almost the weekend, let Milne’s words remind you: it’s the little joys that truly matter. Because when you stop to savor them, they’re not so little anymore. As you sip your cocoa, dodge any ladders, or laugh at the absurdity of Friday the 13th, take a moment to appreciate the small things that bring you joy. Let them take up a little more space in your heart today.
Thank you for spending part of your day with me on The Daily Quote. I’m Andrew McGivern signing off for today, reminding you to embrace the sweetness, avoid stepping on cracks, and always go for the extra marshmallow. Until next time, and there will be a next time... I'll see you tomorrow, same pod time, same pod station, for another daily quote.