Thoughts of the Uncertainty of Life on Sublime Sunday
'Tragedy should be utilized as a source of strength.'
No matter what source of difficulties, how painful experience is,
if we lose our hope, that's our real disaster."
The Dalai Lama
Sunday morning. I woke, not in the best of moods, but trying to think positive for today. I was waiting for additional news about the tragedy that struck on Friday in the Northwest area of Houston, TX. A manufacturing plant exploded, claiming the lives of two people. Over 200 nearby homes were damaged. Fifty of the homes were blown off their foundations and completely destroyed. A devastating day for the families affected. We have friends and family who live in the area. They reported being safe.
Then, a few hours later this morning, news across the wire that Kobe Bryant, the basketball legend and his oldest daughter, lost their lives, together with 7 other individuals in a helicopter crash.
Last Friday, I can imagine this scene. The 2 employees who worked at the manufacturing plant told their families goodbye on their way out the door for work. Was this going to be the last day they would get to say that to their families? They didn't know.
Early this morning, did Mr. Bryant's family know that it would be last time saying goodbye to them before he and his daughter left? They didn't know.
I also saw the news reports of an earthquake in Turkey.
No one knows the day or the hour tragedy that is life ending will strike. No matter who you are; your status; or material possessions you may have accumulated in this earthly life, tragedy can visit you. It doesn't discriminate as to where it will strike next.
I offer my deepest sympathy to the families of the tragedies these past several days. Seems like there are far too many in recent years.
When my family arrived for a visit this afternoon, I wasn't in the mood to entertain. As my grandchild prepared to leave, I told her I loved her, and I'd see her next week. She said impatiently, "I know Nana, you already told me." I responded that I just wanted to tell her again.
You don't know.
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So in line with my thoughts about creating the #thoughtfuldailypost movement. Every day is a precious gift, and your words hopefully remind us of this. Thank you for sharing this with us and for using my tag.
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You're welcome @wesphilbin. It's especially sobering and humbling to know we have no control. We just need to try to live as best we can each day treating each other as we wish to be treated.
There have already been so many tragedies this year. I'm sure that for someone, somewhere a tragedy or three strikes every single day. It's horrifying when you think about it and yet, we must enjoy each day for the gift that it actually is and cherish those around us, or that we love.
You have to live in the present while still aware that we are not the keepers of time. I always like to leave my house with a good feeling left behind. Thanks for the words and the thoughts behind them.
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Yes, @dswigle. Every single day a tragedy strikes. We just don't know about it. And others feel the same way we do for their friends and loved ones. Have a great Sunday, hopefully a sublime Sunday of rest and relaxation. Take care.
I try not to let tragedy consume my thoughts about living each day to the fullest. Sometimes they make me feel like retreating back into my bed for another sleep. But I can't.. I face them and reassure myself that I am blessed for what time and love I have been given. These events remind me to try and be positive with my thoughts and what I put out into the world. They remind me to give back and pay forward. I just may be in the right place at the right time. You never do know :-)
hi @bdmillergallery. Living each day to the fullest extent possible is something to strive for. And positive thinking goes a long way. Your tendency towards this way of thinking to give back and pay it forward is a testament of your inner kindness. Thanks for stopping by and engaging with me. Take care
Each day a tragedy happens somewhere around the world. Someone dies or is faced with a terrible situation. We don't know about it because it does not happen in front of our eyes. When such things occur to those we know, then we become more aware that it could be happening to us as well. It's a good reminder that we should treasure more the present instead of planning the future.
Hi @lymepoet. You are correct. It does happen every day. Only the ones we hear about or experience personally is what we deal with. It doesn't truly affect you until it hits home in some way with you.
A terrible year so far with so many tragic and potentially tragic event. I guess every year brings some of this sourness, a hard reminder of how frágil life is.
I flew with my wife and one of my CV daughters 3 days ago and all the way I could not help thinking how every second could have been our last.
The trip we took, about which I hope to be posting later today (we are taking a bus now back home) was precisely to be with my youngest daughter at her birthday. We had not seen each other for some time and it is hard to live in the same country and be separated by pressing circumstances. distance can take a toll on love.
Yes, you are correct because we don't know. What I do know is that we have no control over this aspect of our lives. We can only live one day at a time in the present. Yes, we can plan for the future, but it's not guaranteed to any of us.
I recently re-connected with my distant family during last Thanksgiving. I just had a feeling that I should after purchasing an item for my wall that spoke of family. It was ridiculous to let petty differences stand between family members. Then the last time you see each other is at either you or their funeral service. I'm glad I reached out and extended a warm welcome to join me during the holidays. Now I know they are OK too and taking care of themselves.
It's so sad what's happening in your country. Tearing families apart is unnatural. I hope the situation improves in the near future. I remember you saying what was happening to families that you couldn't get together often enough.
Thanks for your kind words. I appreciate you stopping by. Have a great day.
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Yes. Plan, but don't forget to live in the present. No day is guaranteed to us except the current one we're living today. It's hard sometimes to remember this when events and circumstances get in the way. Or we get too busy with being busy.
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I didn't know Kobe that well as a personality, as I'm not a basketball fan at all, but when I read about his and his daughter's fate, it hit me hard. I have a daughter and all I could think about was how awful that accident was for them, the other people on board, and their families who now mourn their losses.
Some things we'll never understand, but life is both precious and fleeting.
hi @free-reign. I'm a huge football fan. I like basketball as well. All the families are dealing with loss right now. They are not to be forgotten.
Oh my, I'm glad to hear that. It's still sad, but I thought this may have been about your family.
Hi @free-reign. The reason I was so sad was that the explosion near us in another city was close to my family and friends. So I was worried after hearing the news and calling to check on them.
Not involved and incurred no loss to my family where the helicopter crash is concerned. And the earthquake on the news. Only mentioned because of the 3 events occurring within a few days of each other.
Have a great Monday and start to a new week.