Notice the dash that is placed in between dates? For example, 1867 - 1905, may mean born in 1867 and died in 1905. The symbol in between is the "dash". What about the dash? Well, it is actually the most important thing in reality. Yes, we mark the day when one is born into the world. We also mark the day when one leaves the world. But the dash says everything about what happened in between. It is the symbol of how the person had lived his life since he was born and until he died. Interesting, but it seems to be the most unnoticed thing in the picture. Yet, it is what really counts in a person's life. So, the next time you see these dates, think about the dash, because it will help you appreciate the two dates sandwiching it!
Or better, reflect on the meaning of your own dash when your epitaph is finally made.
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