Lessons from the path

We have a path along the back edge of our property. It winds through the woods and although it is not really very far away, it gives you the appearance you are quite a distance from the house. This afternoon my son and I were walking on the path as we enjoyed the fall leaves.

He is running ahead of me, moving as quickly as he can. I spot some birds gathered together for an afternoon snack. When I call out to him to look, he is too busy moving ahead to stop and see what I want to show him.

I hear my Heavenly Father speaking to my heart....how many times have I moved to quickly, rushing to get to my destination when God was trying to show me something beautiful or interesting? How many times did I miss the joy in the moment? Not only how many times, but exactly WHAT did I miss? Thank you Father for reminding me to slow down, to look for Your hand in my life and to enjoy the goodness You created for me.