“Worry does not empty tomorrow of its sorrow; it empties today of its strength,” Corrie Ten Boom is quoted. What keeps you from enjoying this present moment? Is it worry about meeting bills or a sick loved one? Too many projects to accomplish in the day, maybe well into those night hours? If you read carefully the quoted words above, strength is found in “today”. “Today” is a mighty word. Literally means “on the day”, “at this day”, “from-day”, “in day” in several languages. Present day, present moment.
Maybe today is not so good. In physical pain. Hurting on the inside. A relationship needs to be patched of its differences. Saying “goodbye” to a beloved friend or family pet. Present moment seems to be a challenge.
These are lyrics by Randy Sparks and made known by John Denver’s voice:
Today, while the blossoms still cling to the vine
I’ll taste your strawberries, I’ll drink your sweet wine
A million tomorrows shall all pass away
‘Ere I forget all the joy that is mine, today
I can’t be contented with yesterday’s glory
I can’t live on promises winter to spring
Today is my moment, now is my story
I’ll laugh and I’ll cry and I’ll sing
Today, while the blossoms still cling to the vine
I’ll taste your strawberries, I’ll drink your sweet wine
A million tomorrows shall all pass away
‘Ere I forget all the joy that is mine, today
Woman Warrior 