Whole Wheat & Molasses Bread: Slowing Down

"Smile, breathe, and go slowly." Thich Nhat Hanh, Zen monk

Whole Wheat and Molasses Bread with Wildberry Jam and sunlight.

For those who know me well enough, you know that many times I go too fast, do too much. I know I'm not alone in this bad habit, and there are even days when I think I would defend my actions as a result of wanting to be my best, of accomplishing more for myself, but also for the world and community around me. But the more I consciously think about my actions and my quality of life, the more I want to slow down and be present and focused on the moment, the people before me, and my life.