Showing posts with label Death is inevitable. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Death is inevitable. Show all posts
A classmate dies; Laura, Rest in Peace . . . Your smile reveals your happy state with the Maker. . .
0 comments Posted by Malaybalay Blogger at 3:49 AMToday, we went to Musuan, Bukidnon, Philippines to condole with the grieving family of Laura Dumaguit Obsioma. Janett, her husband Jess and her son, Alaine, were my companions. When we arrived, Laura's husband, Rudy, told us how our classmate died. It was unexpected since almost everyone vouched they just spoke with her; but we know death is really like a "thief in the night" such that we go when our time is up.
In our conversation we brought up why we did not see each other more often. Yes, this is one thing we seem to forego due to our busy schedule. Perhaps, we can give this more thought and consider it for future reference: visit a friend, especially someone you would normally not seek out. During this Lenten season, it can be one way to make peace with God.
Laura, my high school classmate, you met us with your unique smile when we viewed your earthly body. We sensed you were happy to see Janett and I visit you and offer prayers for you. Classmate, do pray for us too.
Eternal rest grant unto Laura O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. May she rest in peace. Amen.
In our conversation we brought up why we did not see each other more often. Yes, this is one thing we seem to forego due to our busy schedule. Perhaps, we can give this more thought and consider it for future reference: visit a friend, especially someone you would normally not seek out. During this Lenten season, it can be one way to make peace with God.
Laura, my high school classmate, you met us with your unique smile when we viewed your earthly body. We sensed you were happy to see Janett and I visit you and offer prayers for you. Classmate, do pray for us too.
Eternal rest grant unto Laura O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. May she rest in peace. Amen.
Death is inevitable. For some it is later while for some it is now. Still, when someone very young passes away, a lingering doubt overcomes us. Questions abound and to a certain extent, we wish bad people die instead of someone still blossoming and finding mark in life.
Many Hollywood stars die just when they are at the pinnacle of their careers: Michael Jackson, Farrah Fawcett, Patrick Swayze and very recently, Brittany Murphy. Brittany is only 32 years young. Like Michael Jackson, Brittany's death is charged to medical problems; the former injected with propofol while for the latter, rumored use of cocaine or late stage of diabetes. Nothing has been confirmed yet so investigation is on-going.
For us ordinary mortals, this is a reminder that problems come to anybody regardless of status. We can therefore learn to count our blessings and stay close to our respective families. Have you told your spouse, your children, your grandchildren, you love them? Don't waste time. Do so now.
Many Hollywood stars die just when they are at the pinnacle of their careers: Michael Jackson, Farrah Fawcett, Patrick Swayze and very recently, Brittany Murphy. Brittany is only 32 years young. Like Michael Jackson, Brittany's death is charged to medical problems; the former injected with propofol while for the latter, rumored use of cocaine or late stage of diabetes. Nothing has been confirmed yet so investigation is on-going.
For us ordinary mortals, this is a reminder that problems come to anybody regardless of status. We can therefore learn to count our blessings and stay close to our respective families. Have you told your spouse, your children, your grandchildren, you love them? Don't waste time. Do so now.
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