“This.”
I’m sitting outside watching, or rather listening, to the Houston Symphony with a couple of really good friends and that’s the thought in my head, “This. This is a moment I’ve spent the last year missing.”
Or last night, sitting around the dinner table completely geeking out over dinner (as usual) with a number of close friends. And I’m struck with the thought, “This…”
In the past month, I have had this thought many, many times as I hugged a loved one, played with my godsons, shared meals with old friends and many other things. Re-entry in many ways has been a struggle; it is suddenly VERY quiet most of the time, for instance. And in many ways, it has been amazing; every time I get to think “this”.
What stood out today while I had this recurring thought was how much I missed “that”. I missed that face. I missed that child. I missed that place. I miss being able to walk up to random kids and play with them (without being thought dangerous). I missed that time when we… And I was reminded (again) of the importance of not focusing on the past. I couldn’t spend my last year looking back at what I left behind, but instead looked forward to the futures that awaited me with those who would be there no matter what. Just like now, I can’t spend all my time focused on the past year, but instead have to turn my eyes to what God has planned for me next and how He plans on using those experiences. No matter where we are in life, something will be missed and there is something happening to be enjoyed, but both moments are worth cherishing.
May I always remember to cherish every moment, missed or current!
Until next time!!
