As we are now a one-car couple, my husband recently woke me up very early to
drop him off at work. With sand still in my eyes, brain fuzzy, and cup of coffee
in hand, I shuttled us both off on what seemed like auto-pilot, kissed him on
the cheek, and waved good-bye, ready to begin my own busy day. During the drive
home, my mind went through a long list of things I needed to accomplish for the
day. I was so engrossed in the stresses and duties of the day that I was
completely oblivious to the beauty around me. Here I was, driving over the
massive Caloosahatchee River; water sparking like tiny diamonds as the morning
sun shone upon it, coconut-laden palm trees swaying on its banks, and a warm
breeze that would make anyone swear they were on a tropical vacation, and I was
missing it all!
Thank goodness I snapped out of that self-centered, wrapped up in work mind-set
just in time to stop, take a deep breath and appreciate the loveliness around
me!
I can't help but wonder how many people go about their daily lives doing
similar. Worse yet, how many individuals go month after month, year after year,
totally missing out on a relationship with God because they fail to see the
manifold blessings only the Heavenly Father can provide?
My dear friend, it is time to wake up, step out of that slumber, and grab life
with both hands full! God has much to offer you, if you will only take it!
Contributed by Melanie Schurr (Copyright (c)2005 Melanie Schurr) Melanie Schurr
is author of "Ecstatic Living: A Christian marriage manual and Life-guide", "Son
Salutations" and "Daily Contemplations", a collection of read-one-a-day modern
inspirations. For more information, visit
http://www.melanieschurr.com
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