February 11, 2009
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Life Cycle
survive
revive
rehash
relive
relieve
past life
past death
rebirth
survive2009 Cheri Neuman Herald
--------------------A friend died a few days ago. He suffered much struggle as a child and teen, had his ups and downs with businesses, survived multiple marriages, gained renown as an excellent craftsman and finally ended his days in a nursing home, the victim of Alzheimer's. He was a kind man, a man of faith who helped others in need, and yet he struggled with his own demons.
I realized that he was no different from most of us. We overcome our hardships, have periods of respite, only to be bombarded with some new ill. If my beliefs are correct, my friend has not only survived, he has now stepped into eternity whole, pardoned, and ready to begin his life. To me, life doesn't look like much without the hope of an eternal ending. For me, it is a promise I must believe to survive.
Comments (6)
I like how you've captured (and embraced) the eternal perspective.
''Cheri, you understand, the cycle. It's about Forgiveness. And you have worked hard to understand the Eternal cycle that I Have Been Teaching on earth, to all Men and Women throughout time. Eternity is there for everyone. It takes time to reach, and many do not find it on the first try, but I Am Patient. I Help others to teach here on earth, Through Me, and you are one of them. Continue your good works, In My Name. AMEN''
"I must believe to survive." You write .
Christ said : "the one who believe in me will live" or again " I am the door " .
Like for you it is my belief and my hope .
I like your poem composed with verbs very incentive.( I mean stimulating )
Love
I'd throw "revamp" somewhere into that list.
I'm sorry your friend died. Alzheimer's is a very cruel way to go, my uncle died prematurely of it. Very sad for the person and their family and friends.
thanks your comment...everybody have hardship in mind now...let’s hope as tomorrow become something good news.../N
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