With Abandon

This screen is white,
the sky is grey.
Melancholy or joy to start my day.

I choose joy, namaste.

I had a few observations over the weekend.  The first being how freely children love. 

I know this probably seems obvious, but I"m referring to more than your own children or nieces and nephews.  I assist in my sons' class at church.  We have a group of kids that walk over from the apartments across the street.  The age group we're dealing with is 1st-5th grade.  Some of these kids are a little rambunctious, maybe even a little rough around the edges.  That being said, once they realize you're there to teach and encourage them, they work hard to keep your approval and the praise coming.  They draw pictures for you.  They want your feedback on what they're doing.  They look forward to seeing you the next week.  They run up and hug you.  The great big bear kind.  One of the boys said to my son, "That is so cool your mom works in your class".  It made me feel good, but more importantly it made me think.  Children love us so easily and freely.  With abandon.  How is it we lose this as adults?  I wish unconditional love for everyone I come in contact with today.  Love begets more love.

My second observation was at the park yesterday.  I was swinging.  I love to swing.  I should do it more often.  As I was swinging, I couldn't help but smile.  I could see all the kids running around, sliding, laughing, chasing, swinging.  With abandon.  No worries, no cares.  I thought everyday should feel this way.  In that moment, I was connected with every child on the playground.  And in that connection, I was free.  Free to be me. 

Today let's...

Stay in the moment.  "Do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself.  Each day has enough trouble of its own."  Matthew 6:34. 

Love each other and love what we do.

Be joyful.

Be authentic.

Be grateful.