As I sit in our beautiful back yard on a sunny Sunday morning, birds chirping in unison, summer blooms full, colors glorious, it occurs to me that I don’t take enough time to appreciate being present in the moment.

We are mindful of feeding our bodies properly, keeping healthy, maintaining fitness. What about feeding our souls with that same mindfulness?

Sure, some folks attend Sunday service, belong to prayer groups, read scripture, and that’s just fine. Some find solace in these practices. (Having been raised Catholic, I am familiar with the rituals.) If you are nourishing your soul, I believe that God is ok with wherever we do so, and with the tools He has provided.

My husband, dad, and in laws are at Mass as write this in our lovely backyard. I hope they are experiencing the same peace I am, in this moment, being present.