Time

Time is something we all take for granted.  We live everyday as if time is at our mercy, but it is quite the opposite.  Truth is, we have no idea what the next given second will bring to us.  But that is no excuse not to live.
Lately, I've been trying this new thing where I try to use my time more wisely.  It has really blessed me.  It gives me perspective that life is so, so beautiful when you slow down and really see everything you have that is right in front of you.  Once I slowed down, it's like I came down to earth and am actually here.. thankful for my time.  I feel like I'm a better friend and family member now, as well.  I've been praying for God to work with me in the "quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to get angry" area.  I am by no means the perfect friend or family member, but I do feel like the relationships I have are more genuine now.  All glory to God.
I truly believe there is a huge difference between living and existing.  I have wasted so much time in my life being bitter or sad about different things.  It consumed my entire being to where it completely took God's place in my heart.  Believe me when I say that I wish I could go back in time to make those times happy ones.  We are in control of how we feel.  If something doesn't feel right or you aren't liking a certain version of yourself, change it.  Life is slipping away from us every second of everyday.. too fast to not be joyful no matter where you are in life.
"One Tree Hill" is one of my favorite shows of all time. I love the music and the quotes from it. Here's a quotes that inspired me.
"Sometimes I think we waste our words, and we waste our moments... And we don't take the time to say the things that are in our hearts when we have the chance."
God is always working, you guys. Always.  But we as humans, choose to see the good or the bad. One of the many things I love about God is that He's not a forceful God.  He is always with us, patiently trying to get our focus back on Him.  I cannot imagine being with someone 24/7, trying to help them, love them and show them their way, only to be ignored. Thank you, Jesus for your endless grace.
Let's use our time we have to love, to tell our loved ones and friends how we feel about them, to make a difference in someone else's life, to listen to what God is saying, to stop and enjoy the life you have been given that is all around you. Life is beautiful if you take the time to see it.

Make me walk along the path of Your commands, for that is where my happiness is found. -Psalm 119:35 NLT.