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Lily B
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since 2000-03-31
Posts 91
Auburn, IN, US

0 posted 2006-08-28 07:25 PM


Of Death and beyond I oft obsess
and query all who’d lend an ear:
beliefs on Heav’n and saving Grace
bestowed upon our loved ones dear.

Upon my sister’s self-demise
I fretted where her soul may land,
for angry gods no doubt despise
a mortal’s death by her own hand!

Yet, would not those whose minds belied
their common sense and means to cope
be spared the judgement set aside
for those with reason, wit and hope?

Lo! Until the passing of my own last breath,
I’ll continue to ponder the myst'ries of Death.


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(c) Julie A. Remke


© Copyright 2006 Julie A. Remke - All Rights Reserved
sandgrain
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since 1999-09-21
Posts 3662
Sycamore, IL, USA
1 posted 2006-08-30 09:24 AM


I'm sorry  about your sister's death, in this heartfelt piece. An adult nephew of mine committed suicide some time ago.  I recall pondering your question, too, but now it seems quite clear to me that we are not to judge for we know neither their state of  mind nor final thoughts.

God bless,
  Rae

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