I've been taking either a morning walk, hike, or run this fall. Today I realized that...
When I walk or run, I have a tendency to focus on the path.
Next time you're out exercising, make a mental note of where you tend to focus. I am constantly looking for uneven cement, dog poop, or any obstacle that is going to trip me up.
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Yet, this morning, when I took a moment to stop and enjoy the present, I saw this...
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It made me realize that, in life, I have a tendency to do the same thing. I tend to disregard the overall arching beauty in the world because I am focused on potential problems immediately in front of me.
We all need to occasionally stop, look-up, and admire this beautiful world.
Look for the gentle curve of a line on a walking path...
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Enjoy the warmth of the sun on a cool morning...
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Worry less about all the sh*t in the world, there is too much beauty to miss.
P.S. The lesson carries over to everyday life, too. If you're a mom like I am, laugh at the chaos in front of you once and awhile. Parenting is a life-long marathon. Look up and see the beauty in it all. That, and ... Don't forget to breathe when things get tough.
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Thank you to my good friend Stacy, over at Kids Stuff World, inspiring the Tao of Poo and for inviting me to participate in the Miracle Marathon in honor of a friend. One mile a day, for twenty-seven days to help raise awareness and donations for Children's Miracle Hospital Network. It was an honor to participate.
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