Just a Moment

Hello Mommies,

I want to share a picture with you - a man. I met him last night at a meeting I was attending. He was wearing jeans, cotton shirt, jacket.  Probably late 30’s/ early 40’s.  One of those big masculine watches on one arm; rolled-up sleeves, tanned arms, hard-working kind of face.  On a scale of calm to boisterous, I would say he fell heavily into the calm side.  He seemed to be quite authentic: no pretense; nothing to prove.  This was the first time I’d met him.

What struck me the most about him, was his humanity.  Somehow, seeing him out of his element, I could see past the wet and smelly clothes.  Although he ate with a sense of urgency, he also seemed to keep his dignity.  It struck me that he is still a man - with the same needs for respect, and independence, and friendship.

After that meeting, I ran from the building into my van to avoid the rain.  I drove home to my comfortable house and the thought actually crossed my mind that I should complain about the windshield wipers!  I sat in our living room with my dear Mike and watched the Christmas tree lights.

Somehow, the stain on the carpet or the dirty laundry didn’t seem like such a big deal.  There was a moment to just sit in the quiet and be thankful for our blessings.  Why don’t you take the time to meditate, relax or pray in the silence?  It is food for a hungry soul!

Wishing you peace and quiet this coming week.

Hugs,

Cathy