I spent the evening yesterday with a dear friend celebrating his birthday, number 64. In passing I asked if he had any new insights and wisdom upon reaching this lofty milestone in life. He was still for a few moments and then articulately stated the following:
- Be intentional about appreciating the moments in life. There are not that many left.
- Be slower and quieter, so you can take it all in.
My days are fast and furious and the pace is loud. I was struck by the contrast of his advice, the intent to live slower, quieter, taking it all in. Instantly, I could feel the truth in his words, and they have lingered with me.
Today, this moment – slower, quieter. I’m ready to take in all the beauty that’s around me. May your day be slower and quieter as well.
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I concur
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Words to live by. Stay in the present. 🙂
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Amazing! Just in the past two days, after I had my blog about my simple life ready to post, I’ve read several other blogs with similar sentiments. It’s the serendipity of the universe! Maybe to counteract Friday the 13th? http://karendebonis.com/2018/04/12/my-aha-moment-the-gift-of-a-simple-life. Enjoyed your post.
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Maybe all Friday the 13ths can be simple life days!
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What a great idea! I’m in!! Now, I just have to remember for the next Friday the 13th!
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Wise words
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‘Slower and quieter’.. love it 😍. That certainly has to be intentional living
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wonderful thoughts and share!
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Thanks. Hope you were able to quietly take in life today.
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Yes it’s an inspiration and hope to follow!
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Amen!
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Absolutely great post.
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Thank you. I’m glad you liked it. You write about peace, which certainly aligns well with slower and quieter.
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Absolute words of wisdom!
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Thanks, Nathi! I appreciate you stopping by.
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Pleasure is mine!
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LOVE, LOVE this! Thank you!
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Thanks, Lynn. I appreciate it.
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I love this. It is my philosophy, I have never been one to rush about doing ‘stuff’ and as I have aged I have definitely slowed it all down to enjoy the moments. Lovely post.
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Thank you. I’m glad you are taking in the moments.
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Wise words. When we do finally ‘see’ what our journey is built on, only then do we begin to appreciate the beauty it has taken to reach this point in our lives 😀
Thank you for sharing.
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I am working on this one every day. It often feels the gravity of life is fast and chaotic. I hope you have a calm, slow day. Thanks for commenting.
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