Share A Random Moment

My wife and I recently came across a painting that we both loved. Its actually a painting of two coffee cups and saucers sitting side by side. The picture has a very contemporary, rustic kind of look to it. It is painted imperfectly, which oddly enough, is why it is so beautiful. The painting also has a message painted on it: "Share A Random Moment." I can tell you that the painting is now hanging in our house.

Sharing random moments can be beautiful. Maybe its locking eyes with another briefly. Maybe its taking a moment to just look at someone you love. It might even be an interaction with someone you don't know, such as who is going to hold the door for who. Maybe its a random moment with God, such as when you look up at night an get lost in the stars. I could go on and on.

But there needs to be some intentionality on our parts. Are we open to allowing for a random moment? Do we experience them or do we have too much to do. As I sat to write this, my 3 year old son made his way on to my lap with a handful of toys. My initial inclination was to put him down so I could get on with what I was doing. But I paused and sat back. He proceeded to describe his toys and how he uses them. He asked about what was on my computer. There was nothing profound about it, but its a moment I will treasure. I know he won't always be this way. There will come a day when he no longer fits on my lap, nor will he want to be.

Moments will come with loved ones and others, they will come with God. Do we dismiss them or allow ourselves to experience them? Sharing a moment with you...

Chris