My husband on top of a hill, facing Lake Chabot

I had a series of breakthroughs this week; I encountered some eye-openers that I may have known before but didn’t really bother to apply them in my life.

I was one of those who always say, “I have no time” or, “I am busy.” I always had this silly excuse that I am swamped with work and couldn’t be bothered to do something else. There were times when I felt that my days were too short and wished that I could stretch them longer so I could accomplish more. I had a habit of equating a fruitful day with how many hours I spent working. I forewent time management and ignored other things that equally demanded my attention. I had little time for my family even though I work from home. I was just there with them and not really for them. I always walked fast hoping that I’d reach the finish line sooner.

I completely missed the point: I forgot to walk slowly and feel the air pass through my nose — I even forgot how clean and fresh air is on this side of the world. I forgot how water can be so refreshing and how soap suds help wash out a day’s worth of problems. I forgot to wear a big smile on my face when walking — it was all about walking with my head up high, literally. I forgot how to smile and appreciate smiles from new acquaintances. Yes, I was missing out on so many things.

Then I received news that a close relative died last week. He was 31 years old. Only two years older than I am. [Read more...]

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