If there’s anything desirable about delay, it would relate to age and death. Women, and an increasing number of men, spend a fortune on products designed to delay the inevitable ravages of time. On the other hand, the intensity of one’s desire to delay death is directly and exponentially proportional to the time left in this game we call life.
That’s pretty much it. Delay isn’t welcome in almost all other aspects of life.
Huli man daw at magaling, huli pa rin. This is particularly true in litigation, where a day of delay may mean millions in liability for a client. In work, a “deadline” should be painted in bold red colors, as a vivid reminder of the word’s origin: “the do-not-cross” line in American civil war prisons, beyond which the prisoner will be shot. All together now: Stick to your deadline! Do not delay!
Aanhin pa ang damo, kung patay na ang kabayo. Roughly translated, it means: What’s the use of the grass if the horse is dead? This is the same as the one above, except that I believe this applies in a deeper level. After years of hard work, when you have the money and resources to treat your parents and your family to a vacation or buy their favorite items, they may no longer be there to enjoy it. Before it is too late, make them feel that you love them. Bring them to the beach or treat them out for lunch. It doesn’t matter if it’s not expensive; it’s the thought that counts.
Justice delayed is justice denied. People blame lawyers – in a sure and generalized way – for delays in legal proceedings and, well, in almost anything wherein lawyers are involved. While it may be is true in certain cases, it’s unfair (and unjust) to generalize. There are so many matters beyond our control.
Government project, do not delay. You see this mostly on public vehicles. I don’t know if this is meant to tell other vehicles to give way, or as their own reminder not to delay government projects. If it’s the latter, it’s not working.
Period. You’re sweating, but you feel cold. You dial a certain number, but hang up just as he picks up the line. He calls back, but you refuse to answer. Your teenage-pimples are getting worser. Then, using every ounce of strength in you, you proceed to call him again. This time, you speak: “Hello? Manny? Delayed ako! Two weeks na.” You’re menstrual period is delayed. This is an extremely serious matter, so much so that it gave rise to organizations to assist persons dealing with this difficulty.
