Two Sunsets in a Week
It's the new week, yay!
And the middle of the month too! Time flies, and life is indeed fleeting. We lost two on both sides of the family last Thursday. Dad's aunt (a grandma to us), and an uncle on the hubby's father's side.
Both were sent to their resting place today, but we didn't go since we were at the final night of the wake yesterday afternoon (at the cousin's) and evening (at grandma's). We came home a little late, but were glad we made it to the curfew.
Grandma was 79. It must have been a year or so ago when I last saw and spoke with her. A very amiable woman who smiles a lot. That's at least how I remember her. She didn't make it through her fourth stroke. Some wished she had made it to her 80th birthday. But maybe it's Heaven's will, so she will no longer suffer.
The husband's uncle, on the other hand, succumbed to a lingering illness. He was in his early 60s, so some people say life was a little too short for him. Yes, we all have our own time, but we all wish to live a little longer, yeah?
I was having a conversation with my sister, and we shared the same thought. We wish to live a long life, but if it means being sick and unable to help ourselves, we'd rather have an earlier sunset.
Anyway, I had a productive day (alas!) with some do-it-yourself thingy in the house. It involved hammering, grinding, cutting boards, and such. I somehow missed the thrill of a "manly" job, according to a neighbor at the other place. Well, as long as I can do it, there is no such thing for me. I'm not a pabebe (pah-beh-beh) as folks in our country say.
I almost punched a hole in my left pointing finger, but I'm okay. The husband was discouraging me, but times like these, when I get to be active, are getting rarer, lol! Of course, I do pause before I get wobbly. Not abusing my strength, because I want to live longer in the pink of health.
So yeah, tomorrow is another day😉
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STOPThat's true, long life but struggling with health and suffering, is it worth it? My grandfather was 78, he had enough of hospitals and sickness and when he had problems again for the last time he just wanted to be let go
It's tough not only for the person, but also to the fam. So hard to see someone suffering and then asking the Heavens to take him/her because he/she can no longer bear the pain.
I used to get sad thinking at this, why would he want to leave? But after a while I understood him
It must have been really hard for him.
Sending you an Ecency vote! 👍😊✨
I greatly appreciate it. Thank you
I’m so sorry for your losses, although it’s beautiful how you reflect on life and the fleeting moments. I wish you and your family peace and strength during this time
Thank you PL. I appreciate your good wishes.🩷
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Unpredictable talaga ang buhay sis. I don't wish for a longer life as long as I don't suffer. But I do wish for my parents to have😐
Amen to your wish, sis🙏 Good health, happiness, and long life to our loved ones
Holding you in thought as you navigate both losses, may they find piece and the family some calm. That clear stand on choosing a shorter life over long helpless illness hit home, it reads like acceptance without giving up on joy. Be kind to your pace, take it slow and and let to;day come as it will.
Many thanks. Having experienced the challenge of seeing and caring for someone we love go through pain and suffering for years due to ill health, I wouldn't wish to go through it again. It's tough.
Thank you again for your warm thoughts.🩷
I’m so sorry for your loss, it really shows how short and fragile life can be. Your reflection on balancing long life with living well is very meaningful. It’s good that you find some peace in staying active and productive.
Thank you. Sometimes, getting active is how I channel my sadness or grief.
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I’m so sorry for your losses. It sounds like both your grandma and uncle were truly special people. May they rest peacefully, and may you and your family find healing and comfort.
Thank you. I guess it's their time. It feels better to accept what is than to try to deny it.
This kind of view is my favorite. Whenever I see the sun rising or setting, it looks beautiful.
Both are a display of nature's beauty/magic :)
It's good to know that it was a productive day for you.
The sunset picture is just amazing. I would love to enjoy the view.
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It was. At least I did something worthwhile. The sunset pix isn't mine :)
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