“No one is finally dead until the ripples they cause in the world die away, until the clock wound up winds down, until the wine she made has finished its ferment, until the crop they planted is harvested. The span of someone’s life is only the core of their actual existence.”
– Terry Pratchett, Source: Reaper Man (h/t – James Clear)
Every so often, we’re reminded of our mortality…especially as we get older and face the loss of loved ones, both young and old.
Truly, it’s a matter of time for each of us. Not an if, but a when.
I appreciated seeing this quote today.
It’s a reminder of the enduring mark we leave on others. Far beyond the days we live, we influence the lives we touch, leaving lasting impressions.
A tribute to those we’ve lost and how they continue to be with us. Our memories of them, the lessons they teach us, their legacy of connections. All of it remains and echoes in our conversations, our thoughts, our choices, and even in the way we approach the rest of our life.
We are here only briefly, but we’re each given the opportunity to plant seeds. Seeds that, in time, may bear fruit for others long after we’re gone.
A gentle reminder to make sure that our legacy is a positive one, filled with love, wisdom, and warmth.
So the ripples of our lives continue to inspire and uplift those we leave behind.
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