Living in the Moment

One thing about living in the moment is that you begin to appreciate the little things in life.  You notice, for instance, when your dog stops what she is doing and just begins to look at you with her head tilted slightly to the side as if to say, "What are you doing?" Appreciating such moments relaxes the body and soothes the mind.

Noticing small details throughout the course of one's day helps to expand the moment into something larger, something that can be appreciated at a much deeper level.  It also provides lots of practice so that when life's larger moments emerge you are fully engaged in them.

We should not be an inactive bystander in our own lives but an active participant. Begin living in the moment today!

Self Reflection

As the summer gradually fades and fall descends, I am reminded of the wonderful opportunities that this season can bring.  It can be a time to release past thought patterns and embrace a new outlook.  I like to do a self check at this time of year to clarify God's purpose for my life.  I ask my self questions about the fundamental reasons that I do what I do. Fall represents an opportunity to make a fresh start, to begin again.

The first step of the new journey is to understand where you are and to know the direction in which God is taking you.  Self reflection, is a key to finding God's direction for our lives.

Fresh Air, Fresh Thoughts

I just got back from a long walk with my dog.  What a beautiful day!  

I hope everyone has an opportunity to get out and enjoy it.  Walking is a great way to de-clutter your mind and fill your lungs with fresh air; your mind with fresh thoughts.  Greeting neighbors and others reconnects us with our own humanity and to the need to stay connected to those around us.

As Christians, our call is not limited simply to those who are like minded, but to those who have the privilege of dwelling in our midst.

Enjoy your day and enjoy your neighbors!

Cheryl