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Treasure Quote by Mary Jean Irion

“Normal day, let me be aware of the treasure you are. Let me learn from you, love you, bless you before you depart. Let me not pass you by in quest of some rare and perfect tomorrow. Let me hold you while I may, for it may not always be so. One day I shall dig my nails into the earth, or bury my…” quote by Mary Jean Irion
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““Normal day, let me be aware of the treasure you are. Let me learn from you, love you, bless you before you depart. Let me not pass you by in quest of some rare and perfect tomorrow. Let me hold you while I may, for it may not always be so. One day I shall dig my nails into the earth, or bury my face in the pillow, or stretch myself taut, or raise my hands to the sky and want, more than all the world, your return.””

Mary Jean Irion

About This Quote

Cherish each moment and person now, not just future ideals.

In simple terms: Value the present and loved ones.

Key Takeaway

Appreciate people now.

Themes

mindfulness gratitude presence

Mood

thoughtful poetic

Type

Treasure:1 Normal Day:0 Tomorrow Let:0 Hold Day:0 Aware Treasure:0

When to use this quote

  • daily life
  • family gatherings
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

impermanence relationships spiritual love

Questions to Reflect On

  • What daily practice helps you stay present?
  • How do you express gratitude to loved ones?
A Different Perspective

Future focus can cause neglect.

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