LORD, what are human beings that you care for them, mere mortals that you think of them? – Psalm 144:3
After accumulating enough vacation time for a family trip, it’s amazing how quickly days fly by when you are enjoying destination accommodations. Before you realize it, the time has passed ending a slice of heaven on earth. All that remains is a fleeting shadow of the where you have been.
They are like a breath; their days are like a fleeting shadow. – Psalm 144:4
The Psalmist makes a similar comparison in Psalm 144. Life is a mist, that appears for a moment before vanishing under a sunny sky. Rarely does an individual savor the minutes, seizing each and every opportunity as it presents itself. As the sun sets on another day, cherished memories provide a snapshot of the best times in life.
Why, you do not even know what will happen tomorrow. What is your life? You are a mist that appears for a little while and then vanishes. – James 4:14
Despite the disappointing reality that all good things come to an end, the soul needs to be revived by taking a break from real life every now and then. Between the fleeting shadows, days off are like a fresh breathe of air, helping recharge people’s energy level for the next month, season or year. Although you may not be able to take a full week, make sure you escape long enough to revive your passion for life.
by Jay Mankus
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