When that last breath is taken
the air in the room leaves for just a moment
leaving those in its presence
holding their breath
it is at that moment when we are all reminded
how truly fragile and precious life is
Life is much like a butterfly, whose wings, which
are delicate in nature, are powerful, miraculous, and strong
sometimes able to make it through fierce winds
while other times, no longer able to fly, feeling the
wind blowing through the tiny tears in its wings
knowing … the end is near
Life is like that … fierce, strong, fragile, and precious … like a butterfly
by Gabrielle Jimenez
Photo Credit: https://www.facebook.com/christopher.william.eather
Yes, Gabby. Our lives are precious and fragile indeed. Caring for my dad during his last two and a half months of life were the most fragile yet precious moments of my life. It impacted me and inspired me to become a peer-to-peer grief educator. One day, I may even start a grief support group. I would like to hold presence for others during their saddest days and shower them with love. Thank you for showering us with your words of wisdom. EW