There are times when people pass on and you wonder…
Was it that we didn’t pray enough?
Was it that we waited too long to pray?
Was it this and was it that?
Then it dawns on you once again!
That The Scourge of Death,
Though a most unwanted visitor,
Is the only certainty in the cycle of life.
And will call at His own time!
Like seasons come and go,
So does the life cycle of man!
Rest in peace, my lady.
Your absence will be felt.
© Jacqueline Oby-Ikocha
Image credit: Funcrisp.com
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This seems so personal; you must have lost a friend. I’m sorry. Beautiful musings regarding the inevitable. My across-the-street neighbor of nineteen years died today. Emergency vehicles last night. Took her to hospital. Daughter called. Family cars arriving. Jean is gone. Was there anything I could have done? Happily I have the hope of a Christian, but now the place looks lonely. How will I be to the most precious thing she has left – her husband. I purpose today to at least make our meal large enough to share on occasion, but I know how careless I get regarding these matters. Do for the widows and orphans, Jesus says; I’m sure that includes widowers also.
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Oh dear! I know how you must feel. This was a friend as well who developed suddenly took ill and she is gone. I am so sorry about Jean’s passing and her poor family. I am sure he will appreciate your generosity.
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That is a wonderful tribute Jacqui.
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Thank you Edwina. I hate it when people around me die
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I know, it is so heartbreaking for those of us they leave behind
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Is this somehow based on a true story? I can feel you through your words. And your sentences surely made sense. Death is really something that we as humans are either afraid or sad to encounter. But you’re right, it’s part of human nature.
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Hi Rosema, yes, unfortunately it is. She is a family friend.
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Oh. My condolences. 😦
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Thanks love.
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🙂 You’re welcome. I offer prayers especially for her family.
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Amen.
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xxx
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Lovely tribute. So true. I am sorry about your friend.
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Thank you very much Tildy 🙂
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Just beautiful. I looked at the picture and because of your post, I did smile today. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
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You too my dear. Have blessed moments as well 🙂
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I’m so sorry for your loss dear Sis.
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Thanks dear.
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It’s been two years since my father passed after a brief illness but it remains fresh in my memory like it were yesterday. So I know how it feels to lose a loved one. Accept my condolences for the loss of your friend.
I console myself with the fact that my dad’s departure from Earth simply increased the number of guardian angels watching over me from above.
May the souls of all the faithful departed rest in perfect peace. Amen!
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Amen. Coincidentally my dad also passed two years ago and my thoughts are akin to yours. It’s never easy losing loved ones.
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Never easy indeed. God is our strength.
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Yes he is indeed 🙂
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