Today I went to pay my respects to a friend who recently lost her father. I feel always awkward when I'm offering my condolences to someone. I never know what to say, and when I do say a few words, they just sound inadequate.
But today was different. My friend was serene. Very sad of course but at peace. We had a chance to talk a little bit before other friends and family members came over. She told me she just feels at peace because her father passed away very peacefully, always with a smile, always reassuring. She felt confident that he'll be in a better place.
For once I wasn't searching for things to say in such an occasion. I was blessed to be there and learn from this friend. Thanks T. and God rest your dad's soul.
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May God rests his Soul ..
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Do you know what:
Your mere presence is Enough.
Just the idea that you are there in .. next to her .. in her distress is very much encouraging ..
I do not believe in much spoken words .. they are only useless formalities ..
What really is needed to be transported or emitted is the Sensation that You are a Backup to (her...etc) if they are in need of something ..
We cry when we lose someone .. out of pity on ourselves .. out of fear of our coming days .. and the fact that we are going to close the door .. behind all the guests, the family, the friends alone .. that we are going to go to bed .. alone .. that we are going to have dinners alone .. that we are going to watch t.v. late at night alone .. .. ..
So, when you are there ..
It is like screaming in all the languages: You are Not alone !!
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