Mindfulness takes us to an entire level of being present and savoring every breath.

Today I woke up so grateful for a new day and amazing sleep. I woke up and stretched a little as a normal habit utilized the latrine. Then, I went right into preparing my morning with devotion(Jeremiah 15), breakfast, and a change of clothes from sleepwear.

Hydration was the main event today, so I filled up my gallon jug like it was a water balloon for a giant. Now, I’m on a mission to empty it before I start floating away like a human raft!

Let’s dive right in! Today, I decided to dress up a bit casually with my denim, cowgirl boots, and a dress top accessorized nicely. I had a solo dinner at hibachi, and it was absolutely amazing. This treat to myself was a small token of appreciation from someone with a grateful heart. I recorded a little to capture the joy of my solo dinner. After the short clip, I made sure to put my phone away and be fully present with everyone around me. Being in the moment allowed me to appreciate the sounds of everyday people and families enjoying each other’s company and the delicious food. I didn’t need technology or anything fancy; I just needed simplicity.

Here’s a little something for you: the simple day gently nudges you to slow down, take a break from the hustle, find some calm, start a day without a plan, and breathe deeply every moment. Let the evening wrap you in a soothing melody from your shuffle list. Be fully present with each song as you drive, and smile for the peaceful, quiet, and gentle moment. Because this is the day you’ve been waiting for, the day you’ve been hoping for, the day you’ve been dreaming of. Today was present.

Mindfulness helps us truly be present, appreciating each breath as it comes.