The Present Moment

So many parents today are obsessed with the future when it comes to their children and spend very little time enjoying the present moment with their them. Parents seem to think their kids have to have a head start to make it in the world and that living in and enjoying the present moment with them is a waste of time. Yes, parents should be concerned about the future of their children and should teach them how to deal with the details of the world, but they should also take time to enjoy the present moment with their children just for the sake of enjoying the present moment. Enjoying the present moment with their children seems strange to many parents. It is where life happens though.
Yes, life can be stressful for parents on so many fronts, job, finances, health and many other areas, but parents somehow have to find time to be in the present moment with their children. And yes, parenting can be exasperating, but parents should see their children as miracles and gifts from God.
When you are involved with playing catch or involved with other activities with your kids, be with them in the present moment and try to have it be the only thing on your mind. Your especially young children so want to spend time with their parents. Don't be obsessed with the future. Ironically, when parents often enjoy the present with their kids, they are better adjusted to face the future that so many parents are obsessed with .