Look Up, Marlon! Say Cheese.

I stood at the crosswalk, waiting to cross—hands full of bags and my mind elsewhere—when a man in a black BMW rolled up with his window down, smiled, and said, “You have plenty of time. Stop rushing.”

I thanked him and crossed, wondering what he saw that I didn’t. To me, I wasn’t in a rush—but his words stuck with me. Because truthfully? I am always rushing to the next thing.

Why Do We Rush?

Most of the time, we move out of obligation or fear—chasing timelines, expectations, and the pressure to measure up. But what if we didn’t?

A Gentle Reminder

Look up, Marlon! Say cheese.

It’s a funny, nostalgic line from The Wayans Bros., but just think—how often are we so focused on what’s next that we forget to be present?

Wherever you are today, let this moment be one worth remembering. God has already ordered your steps—look up, embrace His presence, and receive the gift of now.

And while you’re at it—smile. Not for a camera, not for anyone else, but for you.

Because you are worth a smile.

Talk Soon 🤍