Power of Few-Seconds Pauses

Another lazy morning. Rainy at times. How fortunate I am to be able to just sit and watch as the day goes by. Unfortunately, I do this at times when I should have my brain in gear - like this morning when I realized I had totally forgotten an appointment - then discovered I hadn't at all - It's NEXT week, not this one. I used to think these happenings were because of ageing. But, you know what, I think it's on purpose! I purposely shut off the world and just be far more often now than ever before. And the purposeful relinquishing gets more frequent and more enjoyable as I practice. The morning meditations are one way, but more and more often I find myself in the middle of doing something and just pausing to enjoy what is going on outside my window. Or even what is going on inside my head. Have you ever done that? Paused to consider what is going on inside your head? Even a few seconds can transport me and erase whatever was bothering me. Close your eyes, watch your breath. What happens? Perhaps this few-seconds pausing is a habit we should all develop.