If we can be quieter, more in the moment with what is actually happening, a world of perception opens up for us based on where we are, not on where we one day hope to be. “Nobody sees a flower, really; it is so small,” said artist Georgia O’Keeffe. “We haven’t time, and to see takes time, like to have a friend takes time.” If we learn to take a little more time and be more fully aware of just where we are, we might see many new flowers and have many more friends.
Sharon Salzberg, The Power of Patience
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Mindfulbalance 
This is very true.
I’ve been practicing slowing down and noticing, and what you say is exactly how it works. As I’ve slowed down to notice more about friends, they’ve become dearer to me. I’ve felt closer to them. I can see more about them that we have in common.
The same thing happens with flowers, with food, and with sunsets.
What I like the most about it – it’s simple to do.
What I don’t like about it – not remembering to simply slow down and notice.
Something else I like about it – it’s help me to notice that I have sense far beyond my eyes and ears, which is helping me further deepen my intuition and connectedness.
Thanks for your reminder.