To my family: My Greatest Muse

This comforter is nice but the real warmth stems from Luna and you. We are flowing in familial harmony and unison. The stillness of the room envelops us in a blanket of peace, and we are greeted by the eastern sun reflecting off the curtain gorgeously. The sound of your voice breaks the silence as you say, “This might be my favorite part of the day.” 

That resonates with me. This is the part of the day and life that is ours.

Those sweet nuances of life with family and my soul prove life is good. They are my balance. I find myself surrendering to it all through presence. Mindfulness allows me to endure every aspect of the moment so I can live fully. 

How typical of my human mind to relentlessly contemplate the future: the next shift at work, or the next chore on my to-do list. Succumbing to that anxiety merely extracts me from the moment, forcing me to experience it halfway. Presence is the priority. I should be immersed fully in the richness and sweetness life offers me.

Those serene, meditative times with family is the enrichment that satisfies me. They are like a dose of sugar, or a quick fix. They’re true soul therapy.