As one thing comes to an end, yet another is just beginning. Life has a funny way of rarely letting us sit down, take a deep breath, and relax. There’s something invigorating (most times) about constantly having something to do. If we are busy, we are on the track to accomplishing so many things. You could be reading a book, finishing a run, watching the end of a performance, leaving a museum. All of these things leave you with some sort of accomplishment if you truly think about it--- you have gained something. Whether that something is tangible, or more figurative like knowledge, culture, experience, etc.

To be busy is a treasure. We take so many things for granted in this fast paced life that sometimes it’s difficult to sit back and “smell the roses.” Sure, free time is also a treasure, but have you ever had those days where boredom sets in and you would give anything to be with your friends on an adventure, or learning something new, or simply making a drive just to get away and listen to music and clear your head? I believe we are meant to be out in the world exploring. We have restless souls. So many people are constantly hungering to be out in the world, so many people have a great wanderlust, and so many people want to DO something with their lives. What a treasure it is to constantly be occupied and have a life full of the things we love.

Yes, life can be overwhelming when we fill it with so many events and activities, but I hope you fill it with the things you love. I recently talked to a dear friend of mine whom I haven’t spoken to in awhile, but one thing they mentioned that will never leave me is this: “I am so happy you are pursuing your dreams. Seeing you do what you’ve always talked about makes me want to find and do that something.”

Think about what makes you happiest. Think of the thing you could talk about for hours on end. What preoccupies your mind? What makes you feel as if being busy is worth it? What would you drop nearly anything for just to have it be a part of your life for forever? Do you know what that "thing" is? Have you found something that seems to give you purpose?

I hope you find what you love and pursue it relentlessly. I hope you approach everything with a purpose. Find what you love, and let it consume you. Let there be a fire that ignites your bones and reaches the depths of your soul. I hope you live a life full of passion for whatever you do. Stay happy, my friends.