As a gardener, I think I am always looking for what's blooming
next. What's budding. What's doing well. What didn't work. What did better last
year.
Sometimes I think I look right past what's blooming now.
I think we do the same in life.
Always looking for what's next.
What's to come.
What the future holds.
Or what happened in the past.
What will be next?
If only...
What about now?
What about what's happening right this very second in your life?
Stop. Be present.
Savor your life.
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Taste the sweet peach. Let the juices run down your chin.
Feel the sun warm on your back.
Listen to the birds sing their sweet song.
Smell the roses.
Listen to the wind in the trees. Really hear it.
Feel the breeze on your neck.
There's beauty all around us.
All you have to do is see it.
Stop.
Just be.
Be mindful.
Be present.
Just be.
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Beautiful post and reminder! I am usually one who is rushing about, trying to get everything done. I have been more conscious about being mindful these past two years, but something I still need to really work on. Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteI feel like a chicken without a head this week, Melanie - I need to re-read this post myself!!
DeleteI loved this, such gorgeous photos and such an amazing message and reminder. also to focus on the big picture and not get hung up or caught up in the little things which can aggrevate us or annoy us day to day!
ReplyDeleteSo true, it's easy to lose sight of what's really important in the daily grind of life!
DeleteLove how you let Nature tell the story. Beautiful.
ReplyDeleteLisa
Thanks, Lisa! Nature is where I find my peace.
DeleteBeautiful, my friend!
ReplyDeleteBrenda
Thank you, Brenda!!
DeleteGuilty as charged, at least some of the time.
ReplyDeleteIt's tough to slow down sometimes...life gets in the way!
DeleteLove your thoughtful post and great photos! Rhonda
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Rhonda!!
DeleteAll we have is the present moment and it's so important to make the most of it.
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Pat
Without a doubt, Pat. Wouldn't it be nice to be independently wealthy in order to truly live without worry? :)
DeleteThis was perfect for me today, and look at your sweet pup enjoying the sun! :)
ReplyDeleteThat's her favorite thing to do in the mornings - she just loves to lie in the sunshine!
DeleteAs tomorrow is not promised to anyone, we must appreciate the here and now. Thanks for the reminder.
ReplyDeleteI am appreciating the wonderful Pandora station I am listening to right this moment, and the sunshine outside my window!
DeleteLovely post in photos and thoughts.
ReplyDeleteHave a nice weekend ~ FlowerLady
Thank you, Lorraine - and the very same to you!
DeleteA beautiful and thoughtful post. I needed that right now!
ReplyDeleteI needed to re-read it myself right now - it's been one heck of a week!!
DeletePerfect post for today and everyday...thanks for the beautiful reminder!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Tina - I think sometimes we all need a little reminder, including me!
DeleteAmen! Beautiful photos and thoughts!
ReplyDeleteAmen right back at ya, my friend!
DeleteAbsolutely!! I posted a little blurb on Facebook kind of like this the other day. I love the outdoors so much and wish just a little bit that it didn't have to be 98 degrees outside...that makes it a little hard to stop and enjoy. :)
ReplyDeleteFor sure...but maybe you just need to dip your toes into that awesome pond your sweet hubby built!!
DeleteI agree...enjoy the gift of today. Thanks for sharing the beautiful pictures :)
ReplyDeleteIt's all we've got, Karen....that's the truth!
DeleteGreat post and advice! That's exactly what gardening does for me...keeps me in the present and awe filled.
ReplyDeleteI think it's time to go spend a little time in my garden....TGIF!
DeleteBeautiful post! None of knows what the future brings and the present is just that...a present. xoxo
ReplyDeleteWell said, my sweet friend!
DeleteLovely thoughts Deb. As humans (most animals aren't like that) we can't help but think about the future and look past the present all too often, but to NEVER heed your advice is sad.
ReplyDeleteVery true, Doreen, it's sad, isn't it?
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