What is the gist of the poem the dash by Linda ellis

Linda Ellis' poem, ''The Dash,'' uses a metaphor, comparing life to the dash between the birth date and date of death on a person's tombstone. Relaying the poem as a speech, or eulogy, given at a loved one's funeral, Ellis is able to admonish readers to be purposeful in how they live their lives.

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i think one answer could be this poet uses no rhyme.