We are a nation consumed with plans: plans for the weekend, 5-year plans, vacation plans, saving plans, retirement plans, and the list goes on. Many of these plans will hopefully lead to a better tomorrow, but consequently much of our lives are lived planning the future.
Dear Internet, I’m guilty of this more than most! See, I’m a born planner. I like structure, organization and I’m always thinking a step ahead of myself. When it comes to getting things done, this has proven to be a great combination. With each passing task, I feel myself moving toward my goals, but lately I’ve encountered a rather unexpected downfall. The days seem to be moving quicker than I can keep up with. I don’t even remember having a summer and as far as I’m concerned there is no way it is already September!!
So much of my time and energy is spent working, and because I truly do something I love, it rarely feels like work (which I feel extremely blessed for)!! I always assumed this meant that because I enjoyed what I do, I should spend all my time doing it… right? Moderation has never been my strong suit, I’m an “all or nothing” kind of gal, and only recently have I wanted to sloooow things down. Ya know, stop and smell the proverbial roses or even better, take a mini-vacation!
I’ve been so caught up with planning my life that I have a taken little time to actually live it! All work and no play makes Jack… well, burnt out!! I post this for two important reasons: as a reminder to myself, and hopefully you as well!
Slow down, throw your plans out the window for an afternoon and see where life takes you!
I’m right there with you sista!! I can’t believe this year is 3/4 over!!
you should be a writer….along with photographer! Your words are inspiring! :)
Well put Kaysha! Magical things can happen when you let go of the plans and enjoy the small moments that make life worth living!
What day is it again??? Haha. True words woman.
i say stop and smell the tacos.
Amen! The picture reminds me of a scene from Dances With Wolves, as he’s quiet and feeling what may have been there or of what may be in the future. If we are full of plans, we may miss what’s calling us that’s not in our plans. Thanks for the reminder!
oxo, Kelley