And then on nights like tonight, when it is six o'clock and still seventy degrees outside and we clean off the patio table and bring the pasta outside, I sit in awe of what I already have. For a few moments tonight, everything felt so peaceful, the kind of peace that demands a sigh of wonder and a gentle thank you, Jesus.
It's funny how simple it is. A box of pasta, some leftover chicken, a little cooking creme, and a few sauteed tomatoes. Water and Arnold Palmer. Mumford & Sons in the background. I could have sat outside all night looking at my husband, talking with him about anything that came across our minds. And it took so little money, no fancy clothes, no important company, and certainly no special degree in anything. In between all the big things in life- the announcements, the new relationships, the dream home purchases, the promotions, and the celebrations- I want to remember that the thousands of moments that come before and after those are equally as beautiful, and equally as important. In those short moments in life when you really believe you have all you need, something magical happens... because you understand for a minute that it has nothing to do with things and everything to do with love. God and people. All we need.
In the wisdom of Mumford & Sons... where you invest your love is where you invest your life.
I should have included this in my wedding vows: Alex, I promise to eat al fresco with you anytime, anywhere.
I think this is one of my favorite posts you've ever written. So beautiful and simple... wow. I just was there with you! I mean, I wish I was THERE with you, but I can imagine exactly what the night was like. How fun to have moments like that!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Katie Mahoney Blackburn. These words are poignant & simple. Seize the day, seize the moment -- capture it and hold it with the awe it deserves. We humans don't often do that. I appreciate the reminder.
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