Thank you for the effort of speaking to us about what helps those who are dying. We all know it’s coming (death, that is), but we like to pretend it’s not. Not yet. Not now. Later, when I’m finished living…when I’m ready.
But life isn’t like that, as you’ve discovered. I believe that there is a precious freedom that comes with the true acceptance of death, the personal end of “who I am”. With checkout time coming along, there is no time for bullshit. Truth generally wins out. It’s a not so great way to find out just who really loves you — but the blessings of knowing that those who do love you are there with you…worth that cost.
I know that you are an awesome person — because your friends are awesome, and they do say that a person is known by the company they keep. Do whatever you must to keep a life with some quality in it, for as long as you are able — but don’t forget to dance in the rain, eat ice cream for breakfast, watch old movies all night long…or whatever fulfills you.
You have only this moment; it’s a gift, that’s why we call it the present. May your present bring you joy and peace and most of all, love.