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Like in a laundromat by an intersection on Christmas Eve, often the most meaningful opportunities to come alongside someone as a quiet presence are not part of our plans at all. Most often, these opportunities show up unscheduled in the space in between our own grand plans and ideas. They come as pure gifts.

These opportunities may be disguised as plain old ordinary life or even seem like distractions. They are, however, invitations for us to be present with someone on their journey. When such moments emerge, it is up to us to see them (which requires paying attention) and to say yes to them.

Can you think of any moments like this to which you said yes?

Ones that you ignored or later regretted having missed?

What might keep us from seeing such opportunities? From saying yes?