Why Are We Here?

That is the question a lot of people ask themselves every day - several times a day. It is a question that really no one can answer. I have pondered that thought many a time throughout the years. Spent time thinking about it, praying about it, taking classes about it and sometimes changing my life direction towards finding the answer. But where has it gotten me? Still pondering the same question, why am I here?

My answer came to me this morning. For me, it's not the question of why am I here any longer, as I can see throughout the years that I AM HERE. Perhaps it's just for the experience. I have heard that statement along the way in my learning about life. The experience. What does that mean?

The experience of the sun shining on my face, a walk along the shoreline on the beach listening to the waves, the laughter of children as they play. The experience of the taste of a delicious meal. The experience of a warm kiss upon the lips, and a tight and loving embrace.

We get so caught up in the "why" of life that we neglect to experience the "way" of life. Take a moment to remember to "smell the roses," and experience life. Put your mental quest on pause for a moment. Take a look around you and decide to do something wonderful for yourself today. Experience your life  even  if it is for a brief moment. We only live once, in this body, as this person - today. Go have a drink with a friend, be it coffee, tea or wine. Have lunch or dinner with loved ones. Walk along the seashore, plant a garden, etc. Do something for yourself that fills your soul with the experience of living a good life. It is not about anyone else today, it is about you. Make it memorable for you. Make the time to experience your life today.