by Bernadette A. Sahm

Not that long ago a religious woman said to me, “thank you for the gift of your presence!” I never thought of it that way. But every day since I thought about the people in my life that truly are a “gift” just by being “present.”

What if every time someone showed up for us, we treated them like a gift? We were just thankful for seeing them and for them “gifting us with their presence.” There has been a profound paradigm shift in me after hearing that statement. I reflect on that sentiment often.

This month is so busy with all kinds of events and appointments on my schedule. Sometimes it can feel so overwhelming. Sometimes I have a tendency to withdraw. But I believe that if I thought more along the lines of “gifting with my presence” I might feel more like it is a giving/gifting experience rather than a bother or a burden.

You are the gift! Each one of us brings something new and different to the table. Thank YOU for the gift of your presence and for reading and meeting me here.

Peace, love, and blessings,

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