A few years ago I had a big scare. It turned out to be alright. Some of my friends have not been so lucky. For me, it was a month of tests and tests. I lost weight, lost sleep and really spent a lot of time worrying. When it was over, I had a new lease on life. I focused on every day. Then, I forgot. I went back to my old “ways.”
For more than a year I’ve had a spot that seemed off. But, we runners, bikers, etc., we have stuff all the time that we ignore. So, after a month of it bleeding on and off I decided to get it checked out. The short answer is, she doesn’t know quite yet if it is or if it isn’t. This is a small spot. Really. I’m not worried either way – and, please, that’s not the focus of this blog. I only bring it up for the bigger message:
We never know. Sometimes we have time. We have time to get things in order, time to plan, time to say good-bye. Sometimes we don’t. It’s over with no good-byes. And, why don’t we live like the latter? Because we are moving. Moving, Moving, Moving. We (read: me) don’t allow for time to stop. And, before we know it, the kids are gone, doing their thing, there are grandkids and we’re using walkers. We look back and say, “Where did the time go?” But we know where the time went. It went with us being so busy and forgetting to pay attention – to be mindful .
LIVE. I know this little episode is going to be nothing but a reminder to me to pay attention to the important things, like: Did I smile at everyone I could today? Did I help someone? Did I thank my kids for being my kids and putting up with my s%$#? Did I thank you, my friends, for reading my blog and making me feel great every time I run, swim, bike with you or just see you out somewhere? Have I told you, Dad, or my siblings, how much I love you?
I know I repeat myself here (fault: menopause) but here it is: Let’s remember to live each day fully and with love – no matter what challenges we face. Hug your kids. Hold someone’s hand. Wear sunscreen. Enjoy a good glass of something (coffee, wine) and listen to the birds chirping or the sound of the wind in the trees. Take just one moment, each day, to be mindful of your world and the love you can give to others.
And remind yourself: if I get this day, hopefully I will get another one!
If you give a mouse a cookie (and she really appreciates and enjoys it), she’s going to ask for another one ….
Have a FANTASTIC and mindful day!!! XO
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