We have choice over the images and thoughts that occupy our hearts. Certainly there are things that all of us must do in order to live. When all that is said and done, though, we have a lot of freedom about where our hearts wander in those moments of life. More and more these days I am choosing to delight in those special and unique moments of life that are all around us in our ordinary lives. Those moments where the smile of another encourages our hearts. Moments when we hear the comforting sound of rain on the roof, lulling us to sleep. It takes attention to recognize these moments as wonderful treasures where we can dwell in the imagination of our mind and soul.
I hold this image of fruit in my heart to remind me to take delight in the special and sacred moments of ordinary. There is nothing out of the ordinary about a bowl of fruit. Our eyes and hearts can chose to see the beauty. The shape of the fruit, the warm muted colours, and the simple plate holding them all speak to me of gentle and peaceful holiness. I can hold all these things in gratefulness and pleasure. It can be a learned habit.
My life goes on as a rather frazzled mother facing all the challenges and struggles of life. I am not avoiding all this, but choosing in my heart to notice the incredible beauty of all life's richness around me.
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