Our Time

Good Morning, As many of you may know Kelly and I are taking our what vacation we have to spend with our two 12 year old nephews. We do not mind because in reality there is so much to share with them that it is a learning experience for all. I remember a time when Kelly would help everyone to the point of having no time for herself. I remeber everyone including myself telling her to quit doing so much and enjoy a moment for herself. I must say now that I believe Kelly had it right. Spending all ones time keeping oneself content is quite a bit of work with very little payoff. Many people spend their lifetime trying to keep themselves happy, comfortable and content and never seem to find lasting joy.
I too have spent much of my life trying to keep myself pleased with very little success, sure you can make yourself happy for a little moments, but there is nothing lasting. I can honestly say that the happiest days of my recent life have been in doing for others. Seeing the smile on a friends face when you bring them flowers, watching a child glow with excitiement as you show them something new, those moments last much longer than anything I can do for "me."
So as I sit this morning watching two sleepy headed boys wake up, I feel strangely in touch with the world. I have come to realize in this life that it is not my time or their time, but our time and that is the best time of all.
Have a wonderful day and encorage someone to come out of the circle of time and into the circle of love.
Peace and Love, Jim