TO-DAY

Gisborne Times, Volume XXVII, Issue 2431, 20 February 1909, Page 10 (Supplement)

TO-DAY

Is the present ever appreciated or made the most of? Most probably not A halo of sentiment surrounds the past, imagination gives a glamour to the future, but about to-day there can be no illusions. Its g-ood tilings often pass unheeded; perhaps are not even recognised as such until long afterwards. While looking forward to the pleasures which we feel sure the future holds for us, wo toohsfu.y fail to grasp with both hands the happiness which is actually ours. Toe frequently the sweetness of to-day is lost on lis. AVe probably take it as a matter of course, if we think about it at aill, which is unlikely. Not until th© dull wintry'days begin to close in upon us do we appreciate the beauty of the glorious summer hours which at the time we were too busy or preoccupied to enjoy. It is so easy to regret what is past, so natural to be interested in the eternal wonder of the unknown, so difficult to be. entirely contented with tlie prosaic present. How seldom the future comes up to our expectations! Our rosiest hopes Often fade away into disappointment. Then, it is not only a question of enjoyment, but one of opportunity—-a far more important matter. Opportunities must bo taken, not .waited; for. The precious moments are left unused, partly, no doubt, -from indolence, but also a good deal from over anxiety, almost over-conscioiitiousness. There is a feelinh that a more auspicious minute will arrive, and then a start shall be made. Use what powers you have today. Do not wait.