Being Present

It has been quite awhile since I have written. The past months have been busy with getting my youngest off to college, John and I adjusting to having our three children in college, working on the Restoring Eden Garden Project at St. David's, work and losing our beloved dog Max. In the midst of all of this, somehow God called out to me, telling me to be present to each moment. I'm glad he did.

Being present had me slow down to take it all in. Slowing down for me meant I was going to intentionally be present to God, to my family and to those around me. Slowing down enabled me to discover God's presence across my existence, in my life, in the life of my family, my work, in the garden, on my walks, in the quiet of each day and as Max took his last breath in my arms.  The voice of His love has whispered to me, reminding me that He is present in all things.  I am learning that I am responsible for the extent that I will be present to God.

"Draw near to God and he will draw near to you" James 4:8

I choose. We all choose. When we choose we draw the focus of our minds and hearts upon Him and we will find His presence in that moment. That is amazing, holy and sacred and available to everyone who invites God in. 

Am I present to God all the time? in every moment? Am I present to my family, friends and work all the time? in every moment?  I wish I was. I want to be. I think having the desire for that communion pleases God. 

I invite you slow down and be present to the loving whispers God will place on your heart.

Namaste'
Maureen