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It really hits home that life is too short when you watch dear friends come to the final stages of their life here on earth.  No matter how much faith you have that you will see them again in eternity, it still hurts to see them this way. This lack of function and disintegrating mental capabilities is a sad way to end things.

All I can say is, "Thank God for frozen Little Debbie Cocoa Creme Cakes." Girl had some chocolate cake cravings. . Today I visited with a family whose dad/grandpa was dead in all but name only. My dad and I went up to the hospital to pray with him before he passed, but I'm not sure he even heard us, or was even there.  Like my dad said, "I wish we had had that conversation months ago." It is painful not knowing. . If it's important, say it.   That's what I've been reminded of today. . I love you is only one thing important enough to say, I forgive is another. I don't understand but help me know. I'm sorry. Yes and No to the right demands will help everyone along the road.

It is customary to say "Thank You" when you receive a gift. I wonder how many times I have forgotten to say thanks or how many times I expected someone else to convey my thanks when it didn't get passed on to the intended person. I pray it isn't as many times as I fear.