Every time some one I know passes on I pause for a bit and ponder. A moment of sorrow yet it is joy for no longer are they in this world. Behind is their loved ones, family, relatives and friends. Over the years as I edge closer to the end it gives me pause. I have lost family and friends much younger then I and wonderment crosses the thoughts.
I have watched death at bedside that was like an eternity. Then there are those that are here and a moment later are gone. In all its shapes, death has its own life, a style that is unique. Go for the gusto many say, or the others who want to live forever. The extremes tugging at the ends of the string. Some trying to stretch life like an elastic band. Others who defy the Grim reaper.
Left behind are the living. Grief and sorrow fill their lives for a time. The closer the attachment is the longer the sorrow lingers. For the real close family member a void is left that is not filled. Coping with life becomes a journey for many that have lost very close ones.
The wail of the ambulance rolls over the noises of life, the hammer of the chopper as it flies in. Hope that broken parts can be mended. Sometimes the damage is beyond repair. Comfort is given as much as possible, pain is eased, people are called it is not pleasant times. The hospice is prepared. Now what, a junction is reached, decisions to be made. In the worst of times, that one moment that one has not prepared for nor expected, is on the doorstep.
We are but passengers on the spaceship earth for a short journey, It is a quote I have heard at times. It is so appropriate. In the scheme of things my time here is limited. I may be able to delay the inevitable but I can not stop it.
To that end I justify death. For many it is merciful, others, should of not happened. But happen, that it does.
2 comments:
You're right John, there are things that simply cannot be controlled. Our country loves the idea that it can control all and feels justified in doing so however it's folly. Bless you my friend.
I enjoyed your thoughts on death. For me no matter what you do in life or how you live, when it's your time, it's time. If you live a healthy life then maybe that is your journey that you may live longer. The ones left behind are always the ones most devastated by the death. It just upsets me so when those who get old don't prepare all their belonging and stuff that will need dealing with when they pass even when they know it is coming. Oh the houses full over flowing with STUFFF that all needs to be sort out and mostly disposed of. One really should start downsizing all they have to help make it easier on those family members or friends left behind. Yes death is something no on can get around. We just have to believe that one day, those who believe will finally never have to deal with death or sickness. Till that day I just take death as just another passing part of life.
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