Many Paths, One Destination

As my father travels through the final stages of his life, I find myself thinking of wasted time and missed opportunities. I wish I had more time with him.

I find solace and perspective in this Zen chant:
“Let me respectfully remind you: / Life and death are of supreme importance. / Time swiftly passes by and opportunity is lost. / Each of us should strive to awaken… awaken… / Take heed: Do not squander your life.”  

“We should live every day like people who have just been rescued from the moon” - Thich Nhat Hanh (b. 1926)