Time

This is printed on a clock that I gave to Morgan before she went to college. It's been one of my favorite quotes for a long time. Actually, the first part is not written here. It should read: "Dost thou love life? Then do not squander time, for that is the stuff life is made of." It's a good question to stop and ask yourself. Am I loving life? Since Morgan has gone on to heaven I am more aware that we are not guaranteed to have tomorrow. I've always said that my plan is to live to be 100, and I'm not changing that plan. But, my focus has shifted so that I cannot take any day for granted. I don't want to sqander my days just because I plan to enjoy about 18,250 more of them. I'm guilty of living as if I have an endless supply of days and I don't want to do that anymore. I am still experiencing sadness because I really miss Morgan, her smile, her hugs and that infectious laugh! I don't really expect for that to ever completely go away, but it would be ungrateful to God to allow this sadness to define me. I believe His desire is for me to live an abundant life and that is what I want also. I did not lose Morgan. I know EXACTLY where she is, and there will be a time when we will smile and hug and laugh together again. In the meantime, I will look for the joy in each day and be thankful for each one. May it be so for you also.
Love,
Venessa