We all have that drawer (or closet) filled with well-meaning gifts: scented candles in every imaginable fragrance, socks with quirky designs, gadgets that promised to change your life but somehow never made it out of the box. And while those gifts are appreciated (and sometimes regifted), they pale in comparison to the one thing I treasure most: time.
Think about it. Time is finite. It’s the one thing we all wish we had more of but can never create. When someone gives you their time, they’re giving you a piece of their life they’ll never get back. It’s irreplaceable, invaluable, and deeply personal.
When I reflect on the moments that have meant the most to me, they’re not tied to expensive gifts or grand gestures. They’re the times when someone showed up for me—whether it was my husband patiently listening to my latest idea (even the slightly outlandish ones), a friend calling out of the blue just to check in, or my kids putting down their screens to spend an afternoon with me (a miracle, I know).
Time is the ultimate luxury. In today’s world, where we’re all stretched thin and perpetually busy, giving your time to someone is an act of love, a declaration that says, “You matter.” It’s staying up late to chat when you have an early morning, taking a detour from your routine to visit someone who needs company, or simply being present without distractions.
Sure, I wouldn’t turn down a designer handbag or a sparkly piece of jewelry (a girl’s gotta have her priorities), but those things don’t hold a candle to someone carving out a slice of their day to connect with me. Even five minutes can feel like a gift when it’s genuine and intentional.
And let’s be real, it’s not just about receiving time—it’s about giving it too. Sometimes, the best gift I can give myself is the time to pause, reflect, and recharge. Or the time to call a friend, make a memory with my kids, or sit down with my husband for an uninterrupted conversation.
Time isn’t just a gift; it’s the foundation of relationships. It’s what makes us feel seen, heard, and valued.
So, tell me: what’s the greatest gift someone could give you? And if your answer isn’t time (yet), think about how those moments of connection have shaped your life. I’d love to hear your thoughts—after all, you’re taking the time to share them with me, and for that, I’m already grateful.
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