Life does go by in a blink of an eye

You know the typical saying, "life goes by in a blink of an eye." Well, the older I get the more that statement is true to me. Life is precious and valuable. We shouldn't take it for granted, and we shouldn't take it lightly. My mom and I went this past week to see a family friend, who has Alzheimer's. It was great to see her, but she couldn't remember who we were. I think she knew us, but couldn't identify who we were. It's like you know a face, but you can't put a name to the face. It was heartbreaking to see someone you love and shared so many memories with, who's memory is slowly dying away. I was telling my mom about past memories of how we used to go to her apartment, watch movies, and help her clean. It's in those small moments that were so special to me with her. I kept thinking to myself, I wish I could have seen her one more time before she forgot who I was. I wish I would have made more of an effort to see her, and not waited this long. But we can't do that to ourselves and stay stuck in the past. We have to keep moving forward and look forward to the new memories that will be shared. Even though there were many fond memories shared with her that I will always remember, I have to look to the memories I can share with her now. When my mom and I went to see her, we played some gospel music for her that she loved and was singing. That is a new memory I will have with her. So, don't take your life for granted and don't take your time with others for granted. When you are able to be with that person, create new memories with them, and enjoy the moment with them. Don't think about the situation, the pain, and the past. Think about the now, the blessing the Lord has done in your life, and the happiness this person has brought in your life. Life does go by in a blink of an eye.