Contemplating

He was contemplating the water of the pond.

She is contemplating visiting Europe this summer.

She is contemplating a trip.

The close-cropped lawn is beautiful in the eyes of a people whose inherited bent it is to readily find pleasure in contemplating a well-preserved pasture or grazing land.

Contemplating the reason for existence means contemplating non-existing things.

He's contemplating the complexity of contemporary life.

The quarter master was standing on deck, contemplating the scene of tranquillity around him : the blue waters seemed to invite him to a refreshing bath, and he was soon undressed; and, mounting on the barricade, plunged into the sea.

What are you contemplating?

We've also been contemplating what else my daughter wants to make for Mother's Day.

I'm contemplating this option.