Mitch Albom's "For One More Day" continued...
Yesterday, I wrote about an amazing book by Mitch Albom that I came across recently called “For One More Day”. In the introduction to the book, the author peaks your interest by asking the following question:
"Have you ever lost someone you love and wanted one more conversation, one more chance to make up for the time when you thought they would be here forever?"
Short answer? Well, of course!
The book is a fascinating story of a son and his mother who were in fact fortunate enough to be able to get "one more day" together. Imagine how priceless that must be – an opportunity to say the words that were never said, to share the thoughts that were never spoken, and to rid the relationship of any lingering regret …
Charley’s mother left him with words of wisdom regarding his impending marriage, words which (with slight modification) really can apply to any relationship it seems. She said:
“You have to work at it together. And you have to love three things. You have to love:
(i) each other
(ii) children
(iii) your marriage.
... There may be times that you fight, and sometimes you … won’t even like each other. But those are the times you have to love your marriage. It's like a third party. Look at your wedding photos. Look at any memories you've made. And believe in those memories, they will pull you back together."
Although it may seem trite, it was a beautifully written book that reminded me to make sure that I spend the time with my parents and family now, instead of trying to wait for another day, which may never come.
I highly recommend this story to anyone looking for a “reality check”.
Have a great weekend! All the best – Suzana.
"Have you ever lost someone you love and wanted one more conversation, one more chance to make up for the time when you thought they would be here forever?"
Short answer? Well, of course!
The book is a fascinating story of a son and his mother who were in fact fortunate enough to be able to get "one more day" together. Imagine how priceless that must be – an opportunity to say the words that were never said, to share the thoughts that were never spoken, and to rid the relationship of any lingering regret …
Charley’s mother left him with words of wisdom regarding his impending marriage, words which (with slight modification) really can apply to any relationship it seems. She said:
“You have to work at it together. And you have to love three things. You have to love:
(i) each other
(ii) children
(iii) your marriage.
... There may be times that you fight, and sometimes you … won’t even like each other. But those are the times you have to love your marriage. It's like a third party. Look at your wedding photos. Look at any memories you've made. And believe in those memories, they will pull you back together."
Although it may seem trite, it was a beautifully written book that reminded me to make sure that I spend the time with my parents and family now, instead of trying to wait for another day, which may never come.
I highly recommend this story to anyone looking for a “reality check”.
Have a great weekend! All the best – Suzana.
