My social media feeds have been filled with joy as parents share out the first vs. last day of school photos, the awards obtained, and the parties that celebrate the many achievements of this last year.
All these posts have brought a smile to my face as I’ve done my fair share of scrolling.
I took plenty of pictures too. And, I was lucky enough to host the gathering of my child’s friends where energy, laughter and a little bit of chaos filled my Friday afternoon with joy.
I haven’t added my post or pictures yet to my wider community of connections. I’m still savoring. I’m still processing. As my daughter is now officially a junior in high school, I’m just trying to slow it down.
I’m working to linger a little longer in the moment. I’m working to stop capturing every moment on camera and, instead, capture every moment in my mind. I’m trying to stop reflecting on the past and start being more present.
It feels like we rush through our days. There is so much looking at what’s next, what’s on the calendar, what’s on the to-do list, and making our next plans.
I do have plans for today and a to-list that most likely won’t get all “to-done.” But, I am becoming okay with that…and I hope you might be too. The joy of living is in the process. The pursuit IS happiness and perhaps a process and not a destination.
Instead of an instant response, or post or hurrying to the next plan or event, how about a summer of slowing it down?
I’m all in.
Cheers to summer! (My kiddo and I…Savoring every moment)
