The first time I heard this quote was at a National Sales Meeting in San Diego, CA in April 2012. An executive started off the meeting with a story about his family, a wife and 3 sons. He emphasized the stern focus and dedication he had to work and the little time he was able to spend with his sons. And he told a story of his multi-tasking ability....driving in the car to take his son to football practice, texting, his son telling him a story about school, the phone ringing, him telling his son to hold on, answering the phone call from someone at work. All the while his mind is running and he was unable to focus on one thing....the most important thing - his son in the car telling him a story. And when he stepped back and thought about the experience he realized that there would be a day when he would want his son to tell him stories and share life's challenges and experiences and it would then be like pulling teeth. So he told himself "Be Here Now." Be in this moment right now. Multi-tasking is simply doing many things, at the same time, halfway. And why? Why not enjoy every moment, every memory, every story to it's fullest extent....and relish in it for that moment in time.
So that is what I try to do. That is how I try to live. And no....that doesn't mean I'm that person who lives passively and moves at a slow pace, relaxed, cool, and calm man. I just really take every moment, task, day and enjoy it - knowing that the past is the past and the future will be (with a little guidance from me. :)
And that is why I put the pictures above.....because that espresso was delectable! The dainty cup, the smooth richness of flavor, and the company sitting across from me made this a moment for me. We came to this restaurant every night just to enjoy the espresso, sometimes few words were spoken, we looked over our shoulders out over the ocean, listened to the waves, and were in the moment, not thinking about what was or what is to be - just being there.... now.
