Life in the Dash

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Dan and I were away for the weekend and one afternoon went for a walk. This gorgeous beauty was vibrant with leaves that hadn't yet fallen. As I took in it's massive size, I thought about how many years it must have stood there and seeing each new grave stone being added to the cemetery it resides in.

 Each stone represents a life lost; some young and some old. Some died of natural causes and perhaps, some died unexpectedly. 

 It seems a bit ghoulish, but I enjoy walking through a cemetery and reading the headstones. I think about the person buried there and wonder about their life. Were they outgoing and vivacious? Were they shy and reserved? Were they loved by many or hated by many? What did they do professionally? What were their hobbies or philanthropic interests?

 We have a brief moment on this earth to touch those around us. What will people remember about us? Will they miss us? Have we lived our lives in such a way to bring joy to those around us?

 The dash we see on the tombstones represents the time we have here on earth between birth and death. Let's make sure we are living our lives for what really matters. What matters most is the lives we touch while we are here on earth. It's not the successes, not the awards, and not the accolades

 What matters is did we point someone to Christ? Did we make a difference in someone's life? Do our interactions with others leave a positive impact or a negative one? Do we show kindness to those around us?

 Life in that dash is brief. Live a life that will count for eternity.

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  1. LindaNovember 6, 2019 at 4:47 PM

    I have been thinking of you all day
    How is your mom doing?
    Linda

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    1. TerriNovember 7, 2019 at 7:23 AM

      Thanks for asking, Linda. She is doing well. She has another scan in December to make sure that she is cancer-free but so far she has been well. She really came through the chemo and radiation without many side effects at all. Just tired for a day or two after the chemo but no other ill effect. I'm thankful for that!

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