Things I admire in others

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So to ease me back into the blog world again I have decided to revisit "50 lists to write to lift your spirits".  I find that writing lists is almost cleansing.  Makes me feel like I am putting things in order, and sometimes I need that in this busy life of mine.  So...

Things I admire in others:

1. PASSION.  Who are you if you are not passionate about SOMETHING?  I don't care if it's cars or animals or riding a bike or gardening.  I always envy people who believe so strongly in something that they stop at nothing to be a part of it.
2. TOLERANCE.  Sometimes I need to work on this trait more than I'd like to admit.  I am always a little jealous of those who can look past a grievous error and march on as if it never bothered them.  Whether it's their own mistakes or those of others, tolerance and forgiveness are both qualities I really admire.
3. PATIENCE.  Ah, now we have hit the jackpot.  Sometimes I can get so impatient, and while getting upset, I think to myself, "Why the hell am I acting like this?"  I never really noticed how this affects me until I had children.  Those people in my life who exercise patience are constantly reminding me to slow down and I am grateful for that.
4. ARTISTIC ABILITY.  This is one thing I have little of, other than being slightly crafty or learning my way in the kitchen.  I cannot sing (and I fear my kiddos are following in my footsteps, though I won't ever tell them that) or play an instrument.  I have issues drawing stick figures.  I'm not even sure I can finger paint.  When I see an artist in action I feel so blessed to witness the art they can create. Oh yes, artistic talent is something I admire.
5. INNOVATION.  Thinking outside the box, as the old saying goes.  This is one thing that really inspires me when I recognize it in others.  When someone can think of new ideas or new ways of doing something, it is energizing.
6. HUMOR.  I'm not talking about someone who can't survive if others don't think they are funny, but the people that can see the funny in situations and are able to appreciate the humor of life.  Laughter is so important, and is one reason having kids brings so much joy.  Everyday they create situations that cause laughter, and hearing their sweet giggles is irreplaceable.