Quiet Moments

I have learned that I love quiet moments that are given, to stop from the rush of everyday, and stop and enjoy the things around me. I think this is possible no matter where you are.....It's just a matter of refocus.
I think I have found doing this the easiest while in nature....I mean, what isnt more peaceful then listening to the birds and insects and enjoying a beautiful view, specially when the sun is out with a slight breeze. If your lucky enoung to live by a lake or beautiful mountains, a field of fragrant flowers, or even a field of flowing wheat blowing in a breeze, take the time to enjoy a quiet moment to listen and reflect.
I have found quiet moments when watching my kids perform. I have been blessed to have very talented children who perform on stage. They do various things from plays, singing, dancing, playing instuments, to writing the scripts that are performed, and also behind the scence stuff as well. I am amazed every time. It fills me with joy to see how much people enjoy what they do, and that my children are happy. It amazes me that they continue to learn new things to be able to reach more people, branching of into lighting, stage set up, and sound. Now, how is all that a quiet moment? Well , because it's my quiet reflection as I watch my kids become what I hoped they would, it's me having a greateful heart to a Father in Heaven who guided and directed me as I raised them.
I also think quiet moments of reflection require reflection that is not just of the mind but also of the heart. Logic doesnt always give clarity or answers. Sometimes the best and most life changing things are spoken only to the heart. Lets learn to listen not only to logic but also to our hearts, finding true inner peace and happiness.

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