Leaving Maple Bay via Paddy's Milestone. |
Mom and son and lunch break in Burgoyne Bay, Saltspring Island |
Father and son, chillin'...savouring the moment, weather coming in. |
Looking back over the five weeks we spent working in Scotland in June and early July - the time has already compressed and in some ways, it's hard to believe we were there! I keep a journal, however, and I know we were there and I know we appreciated every moment, every person, and every new experience. Sometimes we get blasé about places, and opportunities, and even people. When that happens, our experience and appreciation for life is greatly diminished. It's as if we're not even here - because when we take any component of life for granted, we're essentially not here.
It was a great time on the water with our son. Cruisin' the vineyards was fun too. We treasured every moment. That will make those moments last a very long time - and that's a good thing.
Bottom line: Live the present moment fully and with deep appreciation, it ain't here to stay...and you don't want to miss it.
Duncan.
It was a great time on the water with our son. Cruisin' the vineyards was fun too. We treasured every moment. That will make those moments last a very long time - and that's a good thing.
Bottom line: Live the present moment fully and with deep appreciation, it ain't here to stay...and you don't want to miss it.
Duncan.
Hi Duncan. I know what you mean about the occasional (and necessary) "jolts" back to reality - it's so easy to miss the precious moments while we allow distractions to take over! Happy paddling. Gen.
ReplyDeleteThanks for that, Gen. The "up"side to these wake up calls is that they are usually therapeutic! D.
ReplyDeleteHow true your "Bottom Line" is. We get so wrapped up in life, we forget to live and appreciate. It looked really nice out there on the water. Glad Jeff was able to enjoy it with you both.
ReplyDeleteJ.
You're so right, J, we do get "wrapped up" and then it can start to squeeze. Healthy activities always reduce the pressure...and helps us, as you say, "live and appreciate"! :) D.
ReplyDeleteA good message that we all need to remember. Living in the moment is hard to do but so necessary to fully live life.I wish I could be more mindful and present with each day.
ReplyDeleteL
Ah, welcome back, L! Yes, "being present" is a work in progress, for most of us. :)
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