In our high-tech, fast-paced world, I tend to look for opportunities to relax, unwind and center myself. Everyone seems busy. How often do you find yourself in a conversation and notice after a few minutes that the person you're talking with begins to look at their watch or shift their eyes away, as though distracted and wondering about where they should be next?

Giving attention to ourselves and those we are with is a challenging thing. When I'm in a conversation with someone, I want to give them my full attention. I can't do that if I'm distracted by other matters. So, I have to learn ways of moving through the distractions, and centering on the one I'm with; whether the "one" is me or someone else.

In this day, at this time, it is critical for us to spend time with one another, face-to-face, listening to our hearts. Not just the beating of our hearts, but listening for the message of our hearts. We are here for each other. Let's relax and listen and celebrate.