O Author of Life and Death,
The days on the calendar move too swiftly, seeming to never give us the time we need or desire to do all that we want or need to do in any given day.
The 19th century philosopher, Goethe, who lived in a slower paced world than the one we live in, advised that “every day we should hear at least one little song, read one good poem, see one exquisite picture, and if possible, speak a few sensible words.”
Every day we are given by God is a blessing not to be squandered, but to be cherished. When we stop to appreciate the beauty that surrounds us, and we contribute our own insight and understanding to the world, we are allowing ourselves the time to enjoy the life we have been given.
May it be Your will O God that we not squander the gift of time that you have given each of us, but that we may spend each day wisely.-AMEN.