Inspired...

Real generosity toward the future lies in giving all to the present. 

- Albert Camus

For some reason lately, I get inspired to write while studying at starbucks. Maybe it's the caffeine. Maybe it's the solitude even in a crowded room. Maybe it's the need for a study break. Regardless, it seems to happen a lot. (we will ignore the fact that that means I am at Starbucks "a lot"). 

Today, I am trudging through developmental biology and embryology. I began to appreciate what an incredible miracle it is for a child to be born healthy. Seriously, so many things can go wrong. Also, God is an incredible Creator. For so many different things to fall into place with such incredible timing and precision. It seriously is incredible. 

I also began to think about the future and what I want, as I often do when I am somewhat overwhelmed by school or a subject I am studying. But a good friend reminded me the other day as we were talking (at Starbucks, imagine that) that all those things will come, and they will be amazing, but I can't miss the moment NOW and what is happening and amazing and beautiful in my life NOW simply because the future seems "greener" at times. You have to care for the yard you have now, not the one that looks greener on the other side. I am so grateful for the people God puts in my life at times like these!

So live for today and have a wonderful weekend!