After Death Nothing Can Be Done

A distant relative of mine passed away yesterday. Although it was not my duty still I feel had I kept her with me and served her in her end days, she would have been happy. I feel guilty.
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All those around you,
Neighborhood people, friends 
Your near and dear ones

Treat them with respect
Talk nicely, be polite, never fight
Accept all as they are, adjust
Even if others are bad to you, be good
Do your duty to the best of ability
Never do tit for tat
Try not to sin
Be helpful

If you follow the above
You will have a clear conscience, peaceful, calm mind
You will feel good about yourself

Death can come to anybody, any moment
If that happens to someone known to you

You will have no guilt in mind
You will feel I was good
I did my duties to the best of my abilities
You will live a life of no regrets

Otherwise regret is lifelong...

Before death all good can be done
AFTER DEATH NOTHING CAN BE DONE!!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021


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Date: 2/24/2021 9:53:00 PM
Nice poem...
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Rama Balasubramanian
Date: 2/25/2021 2:58:00 AM
Thanks Deepu. Have a great day ahead. Take care, Rama
Date: 2/13/2021 4:56:00 AM
Your poem rings a truth that is loud and clear - having a stainless reputation, you will die in peace and your spirit and soul won't be tormented. Great write. Hugs and blessings Rama. Jennifer.
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Rama Balasubramanian
Date: 2/13/2021 6:00:00 AM
You got the message loud and clear. Perfectly as I wanted to convey. Hugs and blessings to you too. Take care Rama
Date: 2/12/2021 10:25:00 AM
I am so sorry for your loss, Rama, May peace comfort you and your family... You gave Great advice too :)
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Rama Balasubramanian
Date: 2/12/2021 10:27:00 AM
Thanks Akkina. Peace is all that I need now. Mind is in a turmoil. Take care Rama
Date: 2/12/2021 5:19:00 AM
Dear Rama, often when one dies we feel the regret of things we should have done. But I am sure she remembers every kind smile and visit from you. Know that regrets have no place in the sight of love. Beautifully expressed from a tender heart. Thanks for sharing.
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Rama Balasubramanian
Date: 2/12/2021 6:08:00 AM
I sure she remembers every kind smile and visit from you. Yes. Thanks for your wonderful comments. Take care Rama
Date: 2/11/2021 8:52:00 PM
Yes Rama, Even after death memories in time fade. Yet the poetry here is so positive and uplifting, that in itself will help others in the same situation..
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Rama Balasubramanian
Date: 2/12/2021 3:10:00 AM
That was the aim. Thanks for your positive response. Take care Rama
Date: 2/11/2021 7:46:00 PM
Liked the poem, great advice for a good life. John
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Rama Balasubramanian
Date: 2/12/2021 3:11:00 AM
Thanks. Based on recent experience.Take care Rama
Date: 2/11/2021 5:22:00 PM
This is so sweet and compassionate. In my country, we hardly know our neighbors so unless we become friends with a few of them, we won't even hear they are suffering. And i know what you mean, I should be better at serving those around me, for sure!
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Rama Balasubramanian
Date: 2/12/2021 3:13:00 AM
You are a nice soul. If one is good, only good happens to that person. We get what we give. Never change. Take care Rama
Date: 2/11/2021 5:11:00 PM
Profound, Rama Panagiota
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Rama Balasubramanian
Date: 2/12/2021 3:14:00 AM
Thanks. Practice it. Take care Rama
Date: 2/11/2021 2:22:00 PM
Excellent motto to live by. Well done my friend. God Bless, JB
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Rama Balasubramanian
Date: 2/12/2021 3:19:00 AM
Thanks. Practice it. God bless! Take care Rama
Date: 2/11/2021 2:08:00 PM
Hi Rama. I am sorry to hear about your loss. I hope that you can release the guilty feelings, because those can be so harmful. You have written a great poem and yes, prayer can help too. Please be good to yourself. Take care :)
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Rama Balasubramanian
Date: 2/12/2021 3:17:00 AM
I finally released them. Se was a distant relative not my immediate duty. I will surely be good to myself. Thanks for your beautiful comments. Take care Rama
Date: 2/11/2021 12:21:00 PM
Such good advice Rama, I’m sorry for your loss, try not to beat yourself with regret - I’m sure your relative knows the heart of you, with peace be blessed... Belle
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Rama Balasubramanian
Date: 2/12/2021 3:16:00 AM
After three days today I am finally feeling peace. Thanks for your nice comments. I really need them. Take care Rama
Date: 2/11/2021 8:41:00 AM
You cannot be blamed because some died when you did not expect it. After death? You know I dedicated my life praying for the souls departed. God hears all our prayers. ~~
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Rama Balasubramanian
Date: 2/11/2021 9:47:00 AM
Thanks for the advice. Will pray. I know it is not my fault, but I feel she wanted to stay with me more so after her death. Is her soul trying to tell me this. Not sure. But prayer I will surely do. God bless! Take care Rama
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