My friend asked me if I wanted to drive into town with her. I can’t say that I did but I loved spending time with her so I didn’t hesitate to say “yes”. Being alone with her is a rare treat since her life is quite filled with the blessings of family, friends and work. I never take for granted time alone to listen to her speak of the things on her mind and in her heart.
I love moments where new things are brought to my attention. This weekend, I was shown how special I am to her. She gives me full access to her family and the love she shares with all of them. In watching her and her husband love on each other and their family members, they were sure to include me and my own husband in every precious moment to be had.
I held their baby grandchild in my arms while she wrapped her tiny fingers around my own finger. I had wonderful conversations listening to their now grown daughters speak of their own thoughts of love and life. I was hugged tightly by another of their grandchildren who loved on me as he did his own family.
All of these memories I have counted up as treasures for my life and time being well spent. These are but one of the many ways I want to “waste” my precious time here upon this earth.