seize the moment

 "Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil." Ephesians 5:15-16

Our withering tomato vine was a stark reminder our days were numbered for enjoying lush tomato sandwiches this year. Not wanting the season to end, i chose poorly in allowing the last fruit to sit in its final glory on my windowsill several days.

When I finally picked it up, i instantly knew i had waited too long. There was more rot than good in the fruit. I had blown the last perfect opportunity to enJOY my favorite summertime treat. The decision to wait and devour the tasty treat later actually produced more remorse than JOY.

Missed opportunities, sadly we all experience them ...hugs, a sweet word, an act of kindness, good wishes, conversations, gatherings, celebrations. Whether from postponing, cutting short or crossing off these special moments for JOY, we chance the possibility of losing them forever.

Father, help us become wiser in seizing the good moments before us and riding them out for as long as possible. There are no guarantees in life for tomorrow or even the next second.

"So teach us to number our days that we may get a heart of wisdom." Psalm 90:12

we are loved and chosen by God,

may we live, love and do like we believe it,

veneal