--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Things wither and die before us so that…" description: "\"“Things wither and die before us so that we may better savor that we live.”\" — Ann Benson" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/695/ann-benson-219685_quote_things-wither-and-die-before-us-so-that_1770138.jpg" --- # Things wither and die before us so that we may better… ![“Things wither and die before us so that we may better savor that we live.” quote by Ann Benson](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/695/ann-benson-219685_quote_things-wither-and-die-before-us-so-that_1770138.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/695/ann-benson-219685_quote_things-wither-and-die-before-us-so-that_1770138.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/695/ann-benson-219685_quote_things-wither-and-die-before-us-so-that_1770138.jpg) > ““Things wither and die before us so that we may better savor that we live.”” [Ann Benson](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/ann-benson/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Mortality reminds us to cherish life while we can. **In simple terms:** Live fully before death. Key Takeaway Appreciate each moment. Themes mortality gratitude mindfulness Mood personal motivational Type Death:1 Wither:0 Die Better:0 Things Wither:0 Better Savor:1 Wither Die:0 When to use this quote - Neglecting death can lead to complacency. 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