Every Moment

In recognition of  Jill's dear friend and coworker, I dedicate this post to Ed Ristaino and his family, Jill and the entire CVOR team at CMC-NE.  From the little I learned about Ed, he lived a full life. We all should take example from that.

We often put aside things that should be important to us and our health.  I'm not just talking about our physical health, but also our spiritual, mental and emotional health also. We say to ourselves and whoever is listening "There isn't enough time in the day."  Yes there is.  There are things that have taken priority in our lives that should be the farthest things from our minds.  Sometimes our family bonds take back seats to our favorite shows or the busy schedule we keep our kids on to make them well rounded individuals.  Sometimes our work bonds suffer because we cannot let go of past grievances.  The bonds we make are what get us through the day - through life.  But it is often said that the things closest to us are the things we neglect so easily, especially ourselves. 

In this week I have been witness to a fact that none of us can escape.  Tomorrow is not promised - actually - our next moment is not promised.  And the sadness that surrounds this truth is indomitable.  But because of this truth, why not make every moment count? This is our one life - our one chance given to us to be who we are meant to be.  It is never too late.  The great thing about being human is that we have a choice.  We can choose to stay as we are or move forward.... I'm moving forward... I'm hoping you are already walking with me...

I do not believe for one moment that everyone is truly content with exactly who they are.  Honestly, you wouldn't be reading this blog if you were.  There is always room for improvement.  When we stand still for too long, we disappear.  We move too fast, we disappear.  Find that middle ground where you are not giving too much or watching the world go by you. 

Getting back to Zumba and our well being (I'm saying this in a holistic sense), don't wait to become active in every moment.  Next thing you know it will pass you by.  Every moment, every move, every shake, every beat of your heart, every bead of sweat - counts.   Just like in life, approach your wellness journey with intention.  Give it everything you have.  George Eliot said "Its never too late to be who you might have been."  So make choices in your wellness journey count.  If you find yourself standing still, look at everything you are doing (or not doing) that can help you move forward again.  A healthy you is a happy you.  So if you haven't started, get going on that full life.

So, in closure... live with intention, love wholeheartedly, cherish every moment. 

>M<