What's real.

We place so much value on worthless things.

Our comfort,

Our possessions,

Our internet lifestyles.

     All things that, in the end, have no real value. When was the last time your facebook profile made you feel truly fulfilled? When was the last time your $5,000 bike looked you in the eyes and said "you're worth it"? 

  I think somewhere in our affluent, engorged, gluttonous American lifestyle, we've lost sight of the "Real Things". A breath of cold air, our words, a friend's loyalty, a parent's love, glorious mountains, awash in evening's amber light, Jesus' sacrifice, courage, selflessness and tenacity.  

 Maybe instead of just making commitments to "exercise more", or "call Mom more often", we should embark on a search for "what's real". Those things that no one can take from us, those things that affect the soul. This year, let's stop wasting our most valuable resource, and begin investing our time in things that won't turn to dust.

 So here's to time well spent. Enjoy real life!

Oh, p.s., if you're looking for a good source for your "real things" list, I know a great book. The Author is totally an authority on what's real.