Remembering

Facing death at such a young age forces you to reflect on the mortality of man. When you hear of a person of advanced age who died, somehow we subconsciously think that it's supposed to happen. But if it's someone much closer to your age group who dies, that's when your mortality comes into clear focus.

It's usually the young ones who don't worry about their future so much, and also think that they will live forever. But the Reaper can be cruel, snatching someone's life when you least expect it.

I recently heard that my sister's high school classmate died of an aneurysm. Damn. Dead at age 30. Also, there's the UST mountaineer who died of a tragic accident in the mountains; dead before college graduation. And then there's Steve Irwin, who died due to a stingray barb to the chest; dead at age 44. Dreams not yet realized might never be.

What's the point? You might ask. No, there's no point in all of this. At least not on the surface. Just rambling on and on.

To Marvin, Prana, and Steve, and to the countless others whose death became final before their prime, your memories will live on. Thank you for gracing the earth with your presence.

Mama Fund

Mama Fund

I implore everyone to please click the above link. Here I am hoping to help in some small way. I figured that I could do my part by spreading the word, so that more and more people would be aware.

Nothing touches the heart more than a parent's love for his/her children, or the children's love for their parents.

In Mourning

This candle is offered for Prana Escalante, in the hopes that she may find her way back to the path of light. While I might not have known her, I sincerely offer my silent prayers, that she might not be disheartened on her journey. I also offer this candle to her family, that they may be able to find peace, comfort, and solace throughout these trying times. Realizing the evanescence and fragility of human life, I offer a silent prayer for the whole human race, that we might all find comfort and strength to withstand the trials life has in store for us.

May she find peace, wherever she may be.