For Christmas this year (2013), one of the family gifts that we gave was movie passes to the Hobbit. All the kids were eager and excited to see this movie, so it was a perfect gift for us to enjoy together as a family. We went two days after Christmas and watched the movie in 3D.
We had no idea how popular the movie might be so we arrived early to ensure that we got a good seat. As it turned out, there were very few people in the theater so we munched on our popcorn and drinks while we waited, visiting quietly among ourselves. I discovered a camera in my knitting bag, so I put to use!
We loved the movie. It was full of suspense and action. It was fun to have that experience together. But it is funny, because since that time 10 months ago, I remember relatively little about the movie. I do remember the dragon and some of the characters, but very little of the plot. My strongest memories of that day were of the enjoyment of being together for a much anticipated event with my husband and children. I remember waiting for the theater to open and browsing in the mall while we waited to go in.
I wonder if life is much like watching a movie is for me. In those moments that our minds and hearts are not actively engaged in a purpose, we lose that time, in fact no real lasting memory is had for all the hours of television, video games or computer browsing that you do. It makes me think, "How much of my life do I just give away with nothing left to show or even remember that is of worth? I want to treasure each moment of life and make it count! This is living!!! And the best living I have ever done is with my husband and children, as well as extended family members! This kind of living brings an overflowing of joy to my heart! I am so grateful for my time spent loving and serving and being with my family.
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