Start of round 3...Inspiration is abundant

Reflecting back on the last few months I realize that time really does 'slip through our hands like the sands of an hour glass'. I was truly amazed when I had finished my first round in late November and now here I sit blogging about the first few gives of my 3rd round. I realize that it isn't the time that is of importance but what I do in the moments of that time that is important.

On New Year's day I spent some quality time with some very dear friends that are now 'Newleyweds'--they are an inspiration to me--I believe they have found a true match in one another this go around in the sanctity of marriage. I realize that what I gave to my friend (being her Matron of Honor-which really was me just doing what I do) meant the world to her. My gift in return-her dear hubby was taking photos at the reception and just happen to get a fantastic picture of my children and I--they enlarge the picture to an 18x24, framed it, and now it is the center focus of my family room. And everytime I look at it I smile with such Joy because I have been blessed with soooo much in this life.

I continue to be the sounding board for my friend in a difficult family situation--which seems to get worse. I truly sit and tell her how much I love her and how I want nothing more than for her to be happy. This give is a daily give but one that I make very sincere!!!

I met a very 'advanced' thinking young man...16. His thought process blows my mind. The possibilities that he sees in his life are so inspiring to me and for whatever reason (I just have a few more years of life under my belt) he thinks that I have the knowledge to help him find his path to realize those possibilities. So, that is my gift to him--to help him better understand that there are those of us that know that there is a better way to live life and not get so bogged down with the 'normalcy' of society. His questions often leave me pondering a more positive thought process, actually just to remind me to continue to be positive. I have made a list of books for him to read and converse with him often-he's going to be a busy young man. But his enthusiasm is an inspiration and challenge for me to help him find his path and for me to follow him on this path. I will keep you posted on this young man...it promises to be exciting.

Today-who knows what doors will open for me to give to others. All I know is that this challenge has allowed me to focus on what is good in my life and hopefully to encourage others to see their lives as being truly blessed as well.

May each of you have a 'peace'filled day and enjoy your NOW!