Another chapter closed!

I was engaged with my responsibilities when a phone call significantly altered my circumstances.
A cousin contacted me to relay the unfortunate news that another cousin, whom I had visited in the hospital 25 days prior on the day of his operation, had

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As I compose this reflection, I find myself inundated with numerous thoughts and memories. I am reminded of the film,

Final Destination and the parallels it draws to our own lives!
A particular vision from the Intensive Care Unit flashes before my mind.

I expressed my reluctance to see him in that state, as I preferred to preserve the memory of him from my childhood. The experience of enduring multiple losses of those close to me has become overwhelming, and my thoughts now turn to his seven-year-old daughter. Who will assume responsibility for her care? What does the future hold for her?

Having experienced a lack of sustained sympathy during times of loss, I understand that, inevitably, individuals become preoccupied with their own lives after a period of mourning. That is a harsh reality of life,
One that I confronted following my mother’s passing.

This situation feels reminiscent of a series of painful experiences from my past, suggesting that history indeed tends to repeat itself. I often seek busyness as a means to evade the troubling questions that haunt me; however, this is easier said than done.

We often engage in complaints, express anger, and criticise one another, but such sentiments dissipate over time, leading to regret. Eventually, we realise the value of being more compassionate and controlled in our responses.

Various burdens accompany regret, and living with such feelings can prove profoundly painful. I now place my trust in the Almighty, asking for His understanding. I pray for tranquillity for those who are angry, believing they will come to clarity once they find calm.

Respect and patience are fundamental strengths in human existence. Attaining these qualities can shield individuals from undue harm. Respect should extend to all, whether it be toward fellow humans or the divine, while patience is essential for understanding that justice will manifest in due time.

I am uncertain whether my actions are right or wrong. Still, my foremost wish is for the soul of the departed to rest in peace and for the Almighty to bestow health upon his daughter, providing her with the fortitude to navigate this difficult situation.

I desire to immerse myself in busyness, to distance myself from the current circumstances, as it has become increasingly challenging to witness consecutive losses. My childhood friends and I, once a close-knit team reminiscent of detectives, shared many joyful memories that seem to belong to another time.

Ultimately, I am coming to realise the implications of forgiveness and the necessity of releasing grudges. The universal truth remains that only regret endures after we confront our realities.