Do you ever have those moments in life where you wish time could stand still? Those moments that you wanted to replay over and over? Those moments that seemed to slip right through your fingertips?
Watching a meteor shower last night/early morning reminded me of how precious certain moments in life are. Life, like the shooting stars from meteor showers, is there and then gone. Just like an intensly quick flashing light, life comes at you. And it's up to you to take notice of it - each and every day.
Slowing down to appreciate the finer things in life is really important. How often do people think of sitting outside to watch a meteor shower until nearly dawn? I can say that I never even bothered or thought about it until last night.. and it was so peaceful. If everyone just slowed down and let off the gas pedal in life, I think it's safe to say we'd all be a little more happy.
Some shooting stars are radiant and bright, while others seem more dull and lifeless. Such is how life can be. No matter what it pulls you through - good and bad - you need to make sure you are able to see everything; this way, eventually you will learn to appreciate what makes for the best moments in life.
And of course, let's not forgot about the whole make-a-wish on shooting stars. If we all just took some time to unwind and not constantly worry about daily obligations, we would all realize that this, indeed, is what we were wishing for all along in some way or another - peace and happiness in life.
Take hold of life's reins and make sure you stop to look around once in a while - it may be worth it.
1 comment:
A wonderful post! I love the Perseids, but only saw a couple of meteors this year because of patchy clouds over Central Illinois. And yes, take time to enjoy life. As I'm sure your parents tell you, it goes by so fast! And as you get into the routine of your daily adult life, it's sooo easy to forget to take that precious time for yourself. So I'm glad you're already starting.
Oh, it's "reins" rather than "reigns."
Sorry for going into editing mode there. I'm still in the office, so I think I have to edit.
Dan
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