Bacon Egg Cheese Biscuit
This morning I was in a Walmart that had a McDonalds Restaurant inside. Since I was waiting for a one-hour picture development I decided to eat something so I ordered a “bacon, egg, cheese biscuit.” I spread a little grape jelly on it and took a bite. Somehow, in that first bite I got the perfect blend of flavors. It was marvelous. I paused and savored the moment. I didn’t expect that from a McDonalds.
As I continued eating I began to think about foods that often gave me that special feeling. I thought about that first bite into a perfectly grilled, tender, marbled steak. I thought about that first slurp of the perfectly blended, smooth and creamy chocolate malt. I thought about the taste of that sweet and juicy, succulent red heart of a black diamond watermelon. It makes me want to experience all three of these right now. I would probably have to say that these are my top three (or at least in my top five) flavors. I relish them (no pun intended).
And then I got to thinking about other things in my life that deliver that special feeling where, for that moment, all is not only well, but it’s so much more than well—it’s sublime. It may be one of those mountaintop experiences—like reaching summit on Wilderness Trek or crossing the finish line of a marathon. It may be watching someone you love as they reach a personal goal in spite of great obstacles. It may be just holding a tiny new granddaughter or being on the receiving end of a non-coerced kiss or a big hug from a sweet grandson. It may be an uplifting and fulfilling time of worship and fellowship with a loving and caring church family. It may be looking back at photos and keepsakes and reliving special moments from the past. It may be something as simple as a quiet and peaceful evening at home with your spouse or family.
Whatever it is, I’ve come to appreciate it more and more as time has gone by. Life is so fleeting.
I want to make the most of it and to “smell the flowers” along the way. Won’t you join me? God Bless, Dennis
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