Death

Well, it happens that every day some one dear to us leaves the planet.  By 'us' I mean, all the inhabitants of the planet.  Sometimes these passages come closer, sometimes they are far away.  Some of them are people we know, some are not.  Some famous or infamous, and some are loved only by those nearest to them.  Each death reminds us of something.  Each ailing loved one also helps us to remember.  We are here for a reason.  Be gentle to each other and all sentient beings who share this small space.  We can travel together in peace and good will.  We can help each other to live, and we can help each other to die.  Both are hard things to do, and so important.  I want to thank the caretakers who help when we can't.  I acknowledge their courage and compassion with gratitude.