Sometimes, on just a very ordinary day, I am suddenly struck with the fleeting, beautiful "ness" of life.
I had one of those moments yesterday.
I was sitting on the couch, and suddenly "hhuuuuuuh"...my breath was swept away. And in that moment I experienced such clarity. Of what, I wasn't quite sure (if that makes any sense at all), but then it passed just as quickly as it came.
I experience these moments from time to time. Usually when I am daydreaming or sitting quietly reflecting on my day, and occasionally when my hubby is rambling to me about something and I get lost in his words. ;)
I wonder if it is what enlightenment feels like, though I have never really meditated so I cannot be sure.
What I do know is that for the briefest of moments I suddenly experience an awareness of being alive and my senses heighten. Rather than just breathing, I'm aware of my breath. And every sound around me becomes heightened. I am conscious. And the miracle of it all is emotionally overwhelming, so much so that it brings tears to my eyes.
And then it's gone.
Yesterday's moment seem to last a little longer than usual. Or maybe it was just more vivid. So now, here I am sitting at the keyboard trying to work through it.
What does it mean? Why does it happen? Does everyone experience these moments? And if life is so miraculous, am I using my time wisely? Am I living the life that I want? Am I truly enjoying it?
I think I need more time to chew through this.
Until next time....