"Time is a fixed income and, as with any income, the real problem facing most of us is how to live successfully within our daily allotment.” Margaret B. Johnstone
I heard a woman who had recovered from a serious illness say she lives each day not pondering the day before or worrying about the next day. Each day was a blessing just to be alive and she was going to fill it with all that she could fit in. It made me rethink procrastinating. 'Someday' may never come. Her words inspired me and I went home and checked out my to-do list. The first thing I realized was, my list had been prioritized by what was the most urgent (which task had the nearest deadline) instead of the most important, I rewrote the list and then immediately tacked the item at the top of the list. Do you have a to-do list that plagues you; steeling your peace of mind? Is your 'Bucket List' not likely to ever see this light of day? What important task will you do today that will bring you both peace of mind and a sense of satisfaction? Lord, remind me how good it feels to accomplish something of worth, and help me become more disciplined. Amen “So teach us to number our days that we may get a heart of wisdom.” Psalm 90:12 What are your thoughts? Libby Note: Margaret B. Johnstone (1899-1968), an American author that published two books on how to care for people in their homes after suffering a stroke, and how to regain normal movement following a stroke.
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5/29/2017 11:43:54 am
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