Running through the grass field I noticed ladybugs by the hundreds. Did you see them? I stopped and put my hand down and had one climb up for a ride, and I found myself marveling at the simple beauty of life. It transported me back to being a kid and noticing life with all its wonder. A pastor shared the story of his neighborhood burning down in Philadelphia. In the midst of this terrible loss, a neighbor grabbed him and said, "Did you see the moon tonight?" I am not the best at being "in the moment" and that means I am not always tuned into the present. When this happens we miss out on seeing important things in life. After my son's baseball game he was recalling all the plays he made or was a part of. I had watched each one and commented on them. Days later he would bring them up again. It made me reflect on how at forty-six, I still remember distinct plays I made in baseball as a boy. I can actually see the ball bouncing toward me. Those memories have the power to transport me back into my childhood. How precious are those thoughts! It made me think of how glad I am to be there with him in those moments of his life, knowing they have that kind of power. I am trying to learn how to be "present" with my kids. I regret the times my mind is elsewhere. May God help us to live in the moment, and to savor life's assorted gifts.
Labels: In the moment
By: Pastor Gary | Friday, May 01, 2009 |
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