Tuesday, March 13, 2007

Time is a Matter of Perspective

My two oldest children are looking forward to a trip to visit their Biological Father (BF). Since they were told the tickets were booked, they talk about the trip everyday, to everyone who'll listen. They are looking forward to swimming, and the zoo, and playing video games - and of course, seeing BF.

They are so excited one of their teachers asked us when the trip was - sounded soon. In actuality, it is July! To kids, Christmas or their birthday is always tomorrow, and Halloween must happen once a month. As adults, our understanding of time is a burden unto itself - getting through the harsh, cold winter, surviving the long, hot summer. Hoping the Christmas season doesn't start before the last Christmas ends.

How do you use YOUR time? Is it your ally, or enemy? Can you stay in the moment during something joyful, and speed time up when life is bad? We often do just the opposite. Start being aware of your perspective of time - we all have the same amount, but how you look at it will determine how you spend it!

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