When I was a little girl, I remember worrying about two things--when would I be too big to sit in my mother's lap and what would I be when I grow up? Reflecting back, why would a 6 year old even be concerned about her career choice? I guess I wanted to impact the world, but I still longed for the security of my mother's lap. Isn't life like that sometimes? We plan and we set goals and our calendars are filled out through 2015 but we forget to enjoy the moment. We forget to open so many of the little gifts along the way because we're so consumed by the end result. Looking back, I don't really remember much about memories as a kid. Those sweet moments of curling up in my momma's lap were too few and far between. That's why they were so precious to me. I wonder how many experiences, how many people I've overlooked along the way because I was in such a rush to get to the next tent pole in my life? I'm reminded that when Jesus walked this earth, his ministry was only 3 years out of the 33 years He was here. The rest of His time was probably spent among His family, His community, and waiting for the appropriate time. Waiting for the appropriate time...I tend to want to run ahead. I see the destination and forget about the journey. If I'm honest, I even beat myself up for not getting there sooner! What have I failed to see along the way? What have I failed to learn along the way? In our relationships with our loved ones and friends, what have they missed out on because we're so focused on the end result we forget about the right now? My son will be a junior in college this fall. I don't think there's a prouder momma on this earth! But if I could turn back time...I would in a heartbeat. We don't get that luxury. We have to LIVE now. Every moment, every breath waits to be consumed and exhaled, not overlooked. Celebrate the now, live with a grateful heart and regardless of the circumstances, and love those around you as if you're on borrowed time--because we all are.
"This is the day which the Lord has made.
We will rejoice and be glad in it."
Psalm 118:24
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