Among other things, Covid-19 has taught us not to take a single day for granted. I mean we always knew that as an idea, a sound principle, but I think now we’re actually feeling it in our bones. Remembering Memento Mori is such a valuable and worthwhile practice.
If we truly feel that each day is a gift, something to be cherished and grateful for, then let us earn the gift. With our thoughts and actions. Earn the right to get up every morning. Earn the right to work hard. Earn the right to make things better for others. Earn the right to make our art. Earn the right to enjoy our families and friends. Earn the right to relax and have fun. Earn the right to appreciate the world in all its beauty and fragility.
Earn the right to have another day.