As a retired RN who worked in emergency rooms, and other arenas, I came face to face with death and the effect that it's impending visit had on both young and old. Some were frightened, and scared and not at all ready to "let go" of the things of this world; others, however, were at peace as if they had a "glimpse" of what lay ahead for them. Many times the patient was actually more of a comfort to the ones who were "staying" than vice versa. Jesus has given us the "glimpse" through His words; and I am reminded of the old gospel hymn: "What a Day That Will Be". Thank you!
It's a privilege to be present with a person when they transition. I too have been there when the death was holy and when it came with terror. All of life, it seems to me, is preparation for handing ourselves back to our Maker.
As a retired RN who worked in emergency rooms, and other arenas, I came face to face with death and the effect that it's impending visit had on both young and old. Some were frightened, and scared and not at all ready to "let go" of the things of this world; others, however, were at peace as if they had a "glimpse" of what lay ahead for them. Many times the patient was actually more of a comfort to the ones who were "staying" than vice versa. Jesus has given us the "glimpse" through His words; and I am reminded of the old gospel hymn: "What a Day That Will Be". Thank you!
It's a privilege to be present with a person when they transition. I too have been there when the death was holy and when it came with terror. All of life, it seems to me, is preparation for handing ourselves back to our Maker.
This touched things in my heart these days. Thank you.
Your writing is always a gift to me, Tricia. I should tell you more often. I prayer that you and yours are well. Peace my friend.
He knew... what a blessing... as I reflect on the transitions of our four parents, I give thanks for how each of them approached the veil.
For some I suppose that praying for a peaceful, holy death is odd or morbid. Not so in my experience. I give thanks with you.
Let go and let God.
Death is part of life not just the end of life and I believe many people know when the end of their time is near.
I'm reminded of one of our prayers. It reads in part: in death life is changed not ended.