Staying Alive

I'm all about the really subtle, sly reminders lately.

About praying with a cup of starbucks tea.

About lighting candles and burning incense as prayers in a room before people show up to occupy it.

About the clouds sparkling glory, and falling leaves reminding me of deep things.

About the shocking moments when Jesus shows up somewhat unexpectedly and gives life.

Today, the shirt I'm wearing for work is my reminder. It's a cute, casual shirt (thank God for casual Friday!). Bright red, with a picture of a flamenco dancer printed in black on the front.

What you have to look really closely to see is that her dress is not so much a dress as it is a reminder. The dress is formed from two words - "Stayin' Alive"

It's reminding me that my goal is to occupy as much of my time as possible with the moments where I feel truly alive. Moments like the ones I mentioned. Moments like last night over tea with a friend.

Things that make me smile and laugh and fill me with joy at the deep sense of the hands and presence of Jesus.