coffee time

As I walk my path I have been blessed to meet Gems along the way.

These special people literally appear out of nowhere and then under the strangest of circumstances, we connect.

But this connection is different.

There is a familiarity with these people, an unspoken understanding. The conversation with them is effortless, authentic and vulnerable.

it's like breathing in fresh air...

The words flow, beautiful images are painted, laughter and smiles are shared.

time slows down...

It does.

When our bubbles combine it causes a shift. Not like we were keeping track of time, but it is hard not to compare what is happening inside our bubble to what is going on outside.

We talk for what feels like an hour, the other patrons in this coffee shop have turned over a few times already.

A quick glance at the clock shows only a few minutes have actually passed.

I believe when one is truly present for another, we get distracted from the grand illusion that is "time". We disconnect from the grid and the tick-tock beat that the most of the world is unconsciously moving to.

you are in the moment...

Yes.
And nothing else matters.
Only this Gem that I am having a coffee with matters.

I listen to understand, not to reply.
No one knows what the future holds, we only have now.

we only have now...

I choose to connect.
I choose to listen.
I choose to look into their eyes.

and time stands still...

#chasingbutterflies