The speaker's constant affirmation that "there will be time" serves primarily to: A. Show the readers that the speaker is attempting to appreciate the present.
What is an affirmation?
An affirmation is a positive statement that is repeated regularly to challenge negative thoughts and promote a more positive mindset. The main motivation behind affirmations is that by repeatedly telling ourselves positive things, we can reprogram our subconscious mind to believe more in our abilities and potential.
In the passage, the speaker uses the phrase, "there will be time" to show the readers that he wants to appreciate the present.