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Folding and Embracing Someone In Extreme Pain

Folding and embracing someone in extreme pain with the compassion of a merciful saint: when those moribund eyes look downward, as breath becomes heavy and life can't sustain its heartbeat , but those hands are too weak to clasp; give your last gift, say the softest word... Comfort and be comforted when the final hour comes for all, when a person suddenly dies, a conceived baby will be born; it's a cycle that keeps our human race from extinction: observe the animal kingdom, never inactive or slow, even trees and flowers duplicate themselves in jollification by the kindness of every wind of the actual season... Folding and embracing someone in extreme pain, someone of a different race, not making distinction of color; everyone of us is a beautiful and perfect creation of God, so let the same love flow and leave your prejudice beyond: see through the eyes of charity, never divide and compare: the uniqueness of an individual can be shared by all... The greed and wickedness of Mankind can't control the relentless rush, until immense harm is done: wars are fought and lives are lost by the thousands, and the spilling of blood is not regarded as guilt on their remorseless hands, many weeping mothers lean over their dead children, with more viable in their wombs: summon the evil man to the Almighty God whose judgement is harsh, and be assured that the Divine Justice will make them toss in their inescapable tombs... Copyright 2009 by Andrew Crisci

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Date: 4/13/2009 4:45:00 PM
Everything you say here is so true, Andrew! I was the primary caregiver for two friends who died of cancer. They appreciated the companionship as much as I appreciated the chance to spend their final months with them. Offering comfort, in my opinion, is one of the best ways to emulate our Creator. AWESOME poem! Love, Carolyn (One of my favorites!)
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Date: 4/13/2009 4:12:00 PM
a message for the good and the bad but will they listen. john h loving iii
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