Don’t Look Up

When writing my blog I usually begin with the title. Normally there is something clever bubbling in my brain that pushes my thoughts but today is different. I can’t think of anything at the moment to draw the reader in, and I didn’t take any pics today so I am just going to write and by the time you read this hopefully, a spark appears.

I just finished the Netflix film ‘Don’t Look Up’. Before I even got to the end I sent out a tweet that said the film was both hilarious and frightening. I promise no spoilers but my tweet was accurate…oh and make sure you watch through ALL of the credits.

I mention the movie because it made me think back to yesterday’s post where I wrote about the love letter I wrote to myself that will remain sealed until 12/31/22. When writing it I had a fleeting moment where I thought, what if I’m not here to read this 364 days from now? What will I include in this letter that will give whoever finds it not only a glimpse into my current mindset but also what I wanted to accomplish this year?

This thought passed quickly and it was not based on doom and gloom or the anticipation of an early demise, it was more matter of fact, like hmm that’s interesting and then I continued on with my writing. The movie, however, made me think of it again. This time from a different lens - how would I want to spend my last days if I knew the exact moment of the end? Would I want to be numb and under the influence of something? Would I want to be with loved ones by visiting them leading up to that moment or with them at the last moment? If I had so many odd years, months, or days remaining in this earthly realm what would I regret not experiencing?

As I type this, I am still pondering, both the answer to that question and the title of this blog…I have been blessed to have amazing experiences in this life of mine, and I don’t plan on stopping anytime soon, but what am I squandering my time and attention on? Do I have the luxury of grand plans for the future or do I need to do more to live in the moment? I honestly believe it’s the latter. Don’t look up at the sky waiting for the comet to hit, live every second to your full potential.