In the present moment

Well, I cannot believe it but, it's true...my little Sophia has turned 1 last Friday!!! Wow! I made it as a new mom for a year and guess what? I realized that I am mom for the rest of my life!

I caught myself looking back at Sophia's baby pictures. From the day she was born all through present day. I was lamenting to myself for not treasuring those baby moments where she was just a month, then 2 months...all the way to present day.

Then, I asked myself, what am I doing now? Am I staying in the present moment with her, enjoying her as a year-old baby or am I just wishing my time away for those "loss" days of her being a baby?

How often have I mourn the "loss" of time passed and not treasure the present moment? How often have I been mourning about the past and yet, not being fully in the present? What is the benefit to me to keep this "mourning" cycle going?

Since this cycle came to my awareness, I am determined to make of an effort to choose to stay present and be present. I am enjoying helping Sophia to learn to climb the stairs, walk a couple of steps without my assistance. I am choosing to be present when she starts to learn all the cool stuff that she is exploring as a new toddler.

And, when I look back a year from now, I will be smiling in the memories rather than mourning the passing of time and not treasure it more.

So, what do you choose to stay present for and make a memory for yourself? Are you willing to give up the "mourning" and celebrate each present moment? Imagine the richness that will add to your life!!! Let's get started, shall we?

Peace,
Coach Shirley