My Little Drummer Boys: The Dash

Tuesday, 30 July 2013

The Dash

I'm not talking about

the first morning dash to the toilet

the dash to find the school library books

the dash to find car keys (or my phone)

the dash to the school bus (and the dash to be first on the bus)

the dash to the clothesline when your hear spits of rain on the roof

the dash to rescue the cat , after Mr 7.2 leaves the back door open, and the dog is chasing her through our old quarters, fur is flying, the cat is spitting and trying to scratch me, everything is tumbling and the dog nips you (this was yesterday)

I could go on ....I'm just so dashing !

No, I want to share this special poem The Dash . Please take the 2 mins to listen to the author recite it.

I recited this poem at my father's funeral service 8yrs ago and was overcome by its perfect truth.
Though I often need reminding to slow down and to think more about things I’d like to change !

This week we said goodbye to someone special. His blood flows on, through my husband and my children's veins. I am thankful for all he did for us.

His dash 30.7.1927- 28.7.2013

He saw a lot of changes in almost 86yrs.
I know my FIL would have laughed about the dog chasing the cat.

I'm glad my boys got to know him, well, because my own Dad passed away 10 months before they were born.

Life is too deep for words, so don't try to describe it, just live it. -C.S. Lewis

How will you spend your dash ?
Are there things you’d like to change?

He loved Slim.
It's his birthday today. I'll bake him a cupcake and eat it for him.

A special dash - if you would like to help me !

I'm taking part in the City to Surf 14km run as Gold Charity Runner , raising funds for Breast Cancer Network Australia too. I've pledged to raise $1000 ,and I need sponsors - every $ 10 counts ;) -
sponsor me here
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yvettelittlebentoblog 54p · 607 weeks ago

Wow.. that is a seriously powerful poem!! Thank you for sharing it with us and your story behind it.. It certainly makes you think of things we can all appreciate, change and reflect.

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Trish 114p · 607 weeks ago

Yes, it does Yvette.

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stephanie · 607 weeks ago

So sorry for your loss Trish! The CS lewis quote is so true! x
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mummywifeme 55p · 607 weeks ago

Beautiful words, Trish. I'm in tears.

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Chantel · 607 weeks ago

I love that poem. A Beautiful tribute xxx

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norlin · 607 weeks ago

Good thing I'm at home listening to the poem. Powerful words and so true. So often we rush, run, and "dash" yet we forget about the simpler things in life that makes us who we are and shapes us and defines our life. Glad I'm changing my dash ;) x
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Eleise · 607 weeks ago

Wow that is so powerful! Death is a scary prospect. What lovely words to read at a funeral.
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ann · 607 weeks ago

Just beautiful Trish. Sorry for your loss.
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Claireyhewitt · 607 weeks ago

Thanks for sharing that. I am sorry for your husband to have lost his Dad.
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redlandcitygirl 59p · 607 weeks ago

I am so sorry that you are mourning such a precious family member - big hugs to you. Yes, may we all make our dash count xxx

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@always_josefa · 607 weeks ago

My deepest sympathy for your loss. It is sad to say goodbye. But yet, there is so much hope in your post. We are preparing to say goodbye to a family friend for the last time this Friday and it is quite surreal to be getting things ready for the funeral, when he still feels right here with us. I guess you never really leave the ones you love x

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commonchaoschronicle 14p · 606 weeks ago

Sending you and your precious family massive cuddles and support Trish. This post is so very special. Sorry for your loss. xoxox
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Alyce {BHQ} · 606 weeks ago

I'm so sorry for your family's loss :( Praying for peace for you all x
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havealaughonme 84p · 606 weeks ago

Sorry for the loss of a great man to your family Trish. I have seen that dash video a few years ago, and I often cast my mind back to it as I dash about like a headless chicken - it's hard to slow down but we all need to. xx
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Alicia · 606 weeks ago

This poem was read at a friends funeral recently, it was the first time I had heard it and it left an impression on me. Certainly a wake up call to cherish every day and spend it wisely.
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jessnewman877 75p · 606 weeks ago

Thanks for sharing Trish and so sorry for your families loss. I love that poem. There's such a lot of truth in it.
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justabendintheroad 66p · 606 weeks ago

*tear* have heard that before and it is SOOO true! I'm glad your boys got to know him too. I hope I live to be 86! I'm sorry for your loss *hugs*
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