Well I want to say that life is not just unpredictable but also kinda fragile... not exactly sure what the proper word should be to describe. Unpredictable is because we do not know what lies ahead but also fragile as certain things or situations can just take life away from us.
As much as I do not wish to deal with death, my grandfather passed away last week. Although we do not have a close relationship, he was my grandfather afterall and the thought of having someone close or related passing away was still unpleasant.
Through the blog of one scrapbook/card making designer, I also got to find out that her brother and sister in law had to make the tough decision of putting their daughter off of life support. And it seems that their daughter is probably still an infant as she was only with them for a short time.
I used to question why but I now understand that each person or everything that happens has its purpose and reason.
Come to think of it, I'm really blessed to have my sister for 20 years. We get just so complacent with life and we think we have 'forever', that we fail to treasure and cherish what we have till it's too late. Another reason for feeling blessed is that we were given advanced notice. I received my wake up call 4 years ago when my sister was diagnosed and I had 4 years to do as much as I could with her, be a good sister to her, fulfill as many of her wishes as I possibly could. I had 4 years to make amends so for all these, I'm really thankful.
What got me to thinking and talking about life is also the recent knowledge of my dad's health. He has some health issues which kinda need immediate attention. So that is priority on my To-Do list when I head for home in a few weeks' time. As much as I'm concerned, I feel consoled that things are somewhat different now from before. I honestly do see a change in daddy and see his faith in God. I shall just pray that God will give him strength and courage and lead us all through this difficult time.
