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Tammy Jul 18, 2006

I don't usually pass along this stuff, but it just arrived in my inbox .  I really like the sentiment and thought others might also.  Thanks to everyone for being in my Dash !!!    :hug:  :hug:

I'm Glad You're in My Dash

I read of a man who stood to speak
At the funeral of a friend.
He referred to the dates on her tombstone,
From the beginning...to the end.

He noted that first came her date of birth
And spoke the following date with tears,
But he said what mattered most of all
Was the dash between those years.

(1934 - 1998)

For that dash represents all the time
That she spent alive on earth...
And now only those who loved her,
Know what that little line is worth.

For  it matters not, how much we own;
The cars...the house...the  cash,
What matters is how we live and love
And how we spend our dash.

So think about this long and hard...
Are there things you'd like to change?
For you never know how much time is left,
That can still be rearranged.

If we could just slow down enough
To consider what's true and real,
And always try to understand
The way other people feel

And be less quick to anger,
And show appreciation more
And love the people in our lives
Like we've never loved before.

If we treat each other with respect,
And more often wear a smile.
Remembering that this special dash
Might only last a little while.

So, when your eulogy's being read
With your life's actions to rehash...
Would you be proud of the things they say
About how you spent your dash?

Chowlea Bears Jul 18, 2006

Sometimes - you just have to stop and think.

Thank you. :hug:

DebbieD Jul 18, 2006

What a neat sentiment...and one worth remembering    :hug:

huggleybear Jul 18, 2006

Oh Tammy...I have read that before but it has been a long time ago.  I think that is so awesome.  It really makes you think about what is important in your life.  Thank you so much for sharing it with us!

Hugs,
Cindy

Deb Jul 18, 2006

Well said.  I'm sending on to family and friends.  Thank you Tammy.

Eileen Jul 18, 2006

Me too, Renae :hug:

JeannieB Jul 18, 2006

Me three! Truly touching poem . Because of my job I am reminded that everything could change in a minute...makes every minute precious and accountable for! Great reminder for everyone
Bear Hugs,
JeannieB

edie Jul 19, 2006

That is great Tammy! I am so glad that TT and all the fabulous people here are in my dash as well! Sounds like a good idea to concentrate a little time and thought into what we really want to put into our "dash" - I sure like that idea!
Bear hugs, Edie

doodlebears Celebration AmbassadorJul 19, 2006

Boy this makes you think...thanks for posting this Tammy.

Hugs Jane. 

Marie_ Jul 19, 2006

It's very touching poem and makes me think.....
thanks for sharing this Tammy. 

I'm so glad that you and TT members are
in my dash.  :hug: 

Hugs/Marie