My husband and I made a quick trip to our family hometown this past weekend to attend celebrations on two consecutive days. The first one honored the mother of our brother-in-law as she will soon be reaching a milestone birthday – her 90th. There was lots of family time, too much food, and great weather. Young ones swam, and we older people enjoyed visiting with family we rarely see.
The next day we experienced a different type of festive occasion as we had an about-to-be high school graduate to celebrate. Balloons, leftovers, and lots of chicken were on the menu, as well as gifts for this special young lady.
It occurred to me that the family was experiencing a “sunrise/sunset” phenomenon. One day rejoicing in a long life with the children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren that resulted, and the next celebrating the milestone that begins the next phase of a young person’s life. It was a blessing to be there for both events. It brought to mind the thought that sometimes the years between high school graduation and the last years of our lives pass more quickly than we at first realize. May God lead us to use these years wisely.
God bless – Sue