"Time flies over us, but leaves its shadow behind." If you want to fully appreciate the truth of Nathaniel Hawthorne's quote, I recommend a few hours in your nearest nursing home. The shadow of time hangs heavy there, among those who live for the opportunity to share with someone -- anyone -- the glories, loves, … Continue reading Making the most of life in the shadow of time
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In time
Man's hands build skyward / Claiming permanence with pride / Time waits with laughter
Barred
Tomorrow speaks lies / Barring us from inner peace / While yesterday haunts
Midnight
Sleep has called hours hence / While nagging tasks yet undone / Push night to new day
Now
Time takes no man's side / She flies on without concern / While we waste God's gift
Blossoms
Blossoms bring new hope Fading at time's first cold touch All but inner joy
