Today I went to a funeral.
I had only met the deceased once before. But I am well acquainted with his wife and was at the memorial service to support her.
As I sat a few rows back behind the family a video played up front, flashing pictures from different periods of his life set to sentimental songs. As I looked at candid photos of the man I never knew, I began to peek into his private world, seeing him as a living human being that had made an impact. By reputation, he had made many mistakes in his life but here, at the end of his life, he was a loving father, husband and friend. Half way through, tears began to flow and emotion swelled within me. He had been alive and seemingly well a few weeks ago, and now he has left a family in mourning. Life is so incredibly fragile and short, which is why it is so important to seize every moment, enjoy it with all your might, and be sure to tell people in your life that you love and appreciate them.
That's so weird. I'm on the kitchen committee and served lunch at a funeral this morning. The man was someone that my father went to school with and his wife was Ridge's nursery school teacher. She just retired in December to spend more time with his because he was in poor health. We do have so little time and must make the most of it. Love ya!
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