Never Too Busy

With the beginning of the school year, I am back in my kindergarten classroom while simultaneously teaching a few college courses. Throw in the never-ending work of being a parent, a piling up of restoration and home improvement projects, and the promotional work of a debut picture book (YAY!), life is busy. That’s actually an understatement. Life is very busy. Scratch that. Life is very, very, very, very busy.

But not too busy.

Even in the busiest of times, I am reminded to slow down and enjoy the beauty life has to offer. Today’s daily reminder was the smiles and squeals seen and heard at a short hike at one of our favorite local natural areas.

It’s easy to get distracted. It’s normal to feel overwhelmed. But, above all, it is crucial to be grateful and enjoy what you already have.

Please remind me the next time I look like I am forgetting.