The Present Moment
The Present Moment
We’re often in a hurry to move on to the next moment.
Whether it’s an achievement we’re striving for or a challenge which we’re eager to move past, we tend to live in a constant state of “I can’t wait.” Always anticipating what’s next.
I remember when my kids were young, how difficult I thought it was—because they depended on me for everything. Life back then revolved around cooking, bathing, cleaning, and nightly sleep routines. Most days left me completely exhausted, with little to no time for myself. I often thought, “I can’t wait until they’re more independent.”
Now, my kids are 18 and 14. They are very independent. And yet, I often find myself missing them, longing to spend more time with them. But they’re busy being teenagers, fully immersed in their independence.
Today was one of those days.
Lying in bed in gentle meditation, I admired the low light of dawn filtering through the windows. The sun was just beginning to rise, and birds chirped softly in greeting to the Grand Rising. Before the day could sweep me away with its usual hustle and bustle, I found myself thinking of and missing my kids.
And just like that, I was transported to a beautiful, tender memory—a reminder of how precious the present moment truly is.
My daughter was just a few months old, and my son was about four. As she napped in her mechanical swing, gently rocking back and forth, my son sat nearby playing with his little toys. I remember the sound of his voice—soft, high-pitched, and sweet—as he hummed and sang a lullaby he’d composed. It was his way of soothing her, a melody created in pure love using his sister’s name.
I closed my eyes and began to hum it to myself. Instantly, I was teleported back to that day—standing there, watching my beautiful, Divine children. Just being. Just existing. I was present.
A wave of emotion washed over me—an overwhelming feeling of love that coursed through my entire being. It reminded me just how invaluable that moment was and what a gift it still is!
Life moves fast. These moments—these fleeting glimpses of stillness and connection—are priceless. They ground us in this human experience and remind us of what truly matters.
As much as we may want to rush past the hard parts or leap ahead to the next big milestone, one thing remains certain to me: nothing is more important than the gifts and lessons which the present moment brings.
Much love,
Rebel
