“TAKE THE TIME”

I have had some things whirling around in my head a lot lately and I keep meaning to blog about it all but I just haven’t taken the time. “Taken the time… take the time…”

How many times do we just not “take the time” to check on someone that may live alone? How many times do we not “take the time” just to visit with friends or family? How many times do we not “take the time” to ___________? (You fill in the blank.)

Yesterday I went to celebrate the life of a sweet, kind hearted, beautiful, and Godly lady. She was a precious wife, a beloved mother, and a fun Nana. She actively supported her husband for almost 45 years, several of which, were spent in my hometown, as her husband was the best youth minister I had and have ever known.

She went to be with the Lord after a lengthy battle with health issues. This fact, in no way, could have possibly prepared her family and friends for her home going.

Today I found out that a man that I have known for 20 years passed away in his home a few days ago. You see, he lived alone, and the only reason he was found today was because the postman noticed he had not gotten his mail in about three days and called the fire department. He went to be with the Lord and no one knew because we are too busy. (I blame no one in particular. I am as much at fault as anyone.)

Tonight I found out that a sweet lady that I saw yesterday celebrating the first lady that I mention’s life passed away early this morning. I do not know what her health was up to that point but she fell ill yesterday afternoon.

What is my point? My point is that we never know when our name will be called Up Yonder… I saw this poem and picture on Facebook tonight and it touched me enough to make me stop and take time to write to y’all to let you know that we need to take the time to do… whatever it is that we are too busy for…

Every minute someone leaves this world behind.

We are all in “the line” without knowing it.

We never know how many people are before us. We can not move to the back of the line.

We can not step out of the line.

We can not avoid the line.

So while we wait in line –

Make moments count.

Make priorities.

Make the time.

Make your gifts known.

Make a nobody feel like a somebody.

Make your voice heard.

Make the small things big.

Make someone smile.

Make the change.

Make love.

Make up.

Make peace.

Make sure to tell your people they are loved.

Make sure to have no regrets.

Make sure you are ready.

Above all else…..

Make sure you know Christ as your Savior