Dance to the music... and don't stop

I know I am not the only one who watched 60 minutes last night... but this really resonated with me, "At the end of the day all we will ever have is memories. That's it. You have to make as many as you can. Memories... That's all." John Gotti. 
We all KNOW this is true, but how often does life get in the way or we're just too busy in our day to day lives to remember to take advantage of every single moment we have?  The busy stuff is just noise.  We're not going to look back with joy on folding laundry or tear up at the thought of having dinner ready on time.  Are those things important?? Sure... but if the day to day stuff is being accomplished at the cost of experiencing more... well in my opinion, it can wait.  Opportunities to spend quality time with the people we love are endless.  Somehow they seem to slip right on by without notice. 
Look around you for inspiration.  Find a project to work on at home as a family, get outside and just enjoy the shape of the clouds.  Stand outside in a downpour and listen and notice just how loud the rain can get, stomp in the puddles.  Go for a walk, notice the bees dancing from flower to flower and savor the dizzy flight.  Go to the park and don't watch your children play, swing with them!  When was the last time you felt that rush?  Build a blanket fort in the living room.  Giggle!  As often as possible! 
At the end of the day we are all tired, we are all stressed, there is always a reason to mentally check out.  The more you succumb, the harder it will be to drag yourself out.  Break the cycle now, you won't regret it!

My plea to you is: DON'T ALLOW THOSE MOMENTS GO BY!
There is no reasonable excuse. 

Oh yeah, and I am currently at 173... ugh... but I am trying again and that's what counts!