A POST FOR JC AND HIS FAMILY

You'll have read about JC's terrible news. Today's the day of the service and wake, so I thought it should be marked in some small way. Death comes in many forms, quickly and slowly, young and old. But always a shock for those left behind with memories and things undone and unsaid.

It was beautiful as long as it lasted, the short journey of my life.
I have no regrets whatsoever, save the pain I’ll leave behind,
and the dear ones who loved and cared.
The strong arms that held me up,
when my own strength let me down.

At every turning of my short life I came across good friends,
friends who stood by me, even when time raced me by.
Farewell, farewell my friends, I smile and bid you goodbye.
Shed no tears as I need them not, all I need is your smile.

If you feel sad, do think of me, for that’s what I’ll like.
For when you live in the hearts of those you love,
remember then, you never die.
by Rabinbdranaath Tagore


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