Sometimes we have no choice but to sit in a waiting room until we can get into an appointment or until a loved one finishes a medical procedure. The waiting can be a positive experience that allows us to pause, gather our thoughts, gain perspective, make plans, and practice patience.
Other times we choose to place ourselves in a waiting room of sorts when our focus is on the future. We all need to spend some time planning for the future, and anticipating a special event is part of the enjoyment. Some people see their whole lives as a preparation for the great appointment in Heaven.
A waiting room can be a physical place or a state of mind. We do need to be cautious that while waiting for the future, we also appreciate the present. As John Lennon's famous lyrics say: "Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans."
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