Day 62--Presence

We have just come through a season of giving presents to those who are special to us. Another wonderful gift we can give them is "presence". The best gift you can give anyone is your own presence, your willingness to be fully present for a family member, friend, child, or individuals around you. That means to not be distracted or simply dutiful in listening, but to be sincerely interested in what they are saying. It means to live in the here and now--be present. Not to be thinking about something else, or what you might say next. We reaffirm others (and ourselves) when we give them attention and importance. Look in someone's eyes and enjoy the time with them! Give them your presence!