Almost two years ago violin virtuoso Josh Bell played a selection of classical pieces on a 300 year old Stradivari, in a Washington subway station at rush hour. This social experiment conducted by the Washington Times recorded over 1000 people, most on their way to work, who hurried by this gifted musician failing to cast a glance his way or take time to appreciate the moment.
In our fast paced twenty-first century, many of us are so focused on our daily tasks, our work, family and social obligations that we miss opportunities that are placed squarely in front of us. Each day presents us with special gifts. The shadows in a misty sunrise; the lone call of a winter bird; or the smile and heartfelt greeting of a friend are each moments to be savoured.
"Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, today is a gift, that is why they call it the present".
Enjoy the gifts presented to you in this day and then take a moment to say "Thank You" to the One who gave them to you.
If you have the time, I also invite you to delight in the full 43 minutes of Josh Bell's subway concert captured in the article above. This is a gift you will remember for some time to come.
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