The Little Things

It never ceases to amaze me how we take so much for granted. I remember growing playing cowboys and indians using sticks and our imaginations. That doesn't happen anymore most kids probably couldn't tell you what an Indian is. All they know are computers and video games. Don't get me wrong I am not knocking technology. As a matter of fact I love the stuff, but when did we get so lost in it that we can't imagine just a little.

One of my favorite past times is reading, but I don't just read I like to envision myself in the story. I enjoy feeling like I am there living and breathing the tale as it unfolds and comes to life. In today's world we are so busy there is no time for tales or stories. It's all about DVR, I-Tunes, and Facebook. We worry about having a cell phone that can reach everywhere and do everything. We are constantly connected and always on the go. Nobody wants to stop and smell the roses, not along take the time to spin a good tale, or imagine for a while. Instead we want a high definition reality to fill our mind.

Well I for one say its time to get back to a simpler life. Take a day and go fishing, feel the tug at the end of the line as you land that largemouth bass! Spend a day walking in the woods talking to your dog and realizing what a true companion he is! Love your kids and your spouse because they may not be here tomorrow! You have today, you have life, and most important we have God. We need to slow down and appreciate the blessings he has given us. Go on a picnic! Lay on the ground and look up at the stars.

Yes we have many perks, gadgets, and whatchamacallits to make life easier and simpler, but instead they have made it more complicated. We don't take time to relax and enjoy the amazing world God has given us. Tell a friend what they mean to you! Kiss your mom on the cheek and tell her how she influenced you! Smile at a stranger and show them their is kindness in the world.

We live in a world filled with anger, hatred, pain, and stress. Maybe if we all would slow down and simplify things just a bit we could ease the strain. The time has come to stop pushing to do more, quit planning every moment, and just worship the God who is. He gave us this world and our lives to honor and glorify Him not to act like ants on an ant farm. So as you dredge on through it all know there is hope and there is joy, and its found in the little things.