If not careful, we will spend far too much time resenting stuff--people stuff, work stuff, or not-enough-hours-in-the-day stuff--and will miss the brilliance of the enormous amount of great stuff which is abundantly all around.
It's most natural to fall prey to such distraction. We may feel ignored, or misunderstood, or abused, or put upon, or _______. Yet, far too much of what weighs on us is a light-weight when compared to the burdens of others.
Yesterday, Thanksgiving Day, I received two messages which were stark. The first was a call regarding a young woman who died yesterday of a heart attack. The second was about a dear old friend who also died.
Aggravations are real. Frustrations due to people and/or circumstances are common. The sudden death of one(s) close in heart are stunning. We all know about this truth. Yet, we still find ways to become distracted and then hurt.
May we be glad for the privilege and wonder that is all about us. May we treasure the moment. May we, in turn, not sweat the small stuff.
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