Should I Celebrate My Last Day?
(A death poem by Wain)
Dear God,
No matter how well I live
One day will be my last
Should I hope for a long life?
Or pray that the end comes f_ _ _?
No matter how well I plan
One day will be my last
Should I focus on the future?
Or reminisce about the p_ _ _?
No matter how much I know
One day will be my last
Should I search for meaning?
Or stay lost in this world so v_ _ _?
No matter how much I try
One day will be my last
Should I write my own story?
Or accept my role as c_ _ _?
No matter how well I pray
One day will be my last
Should it be a celebration?
Or a day to be d_ _ _ _ _ _ _?
Please tell me the truth.
Your servant,
Wain
HOW MIGHT GOD RESPOND?
From ChatGPT as the voice of God:
Dear Wain,
Your questions reflect the depth of your search for meaning and purpose in life. Here is what I offer you:
A long life is a gift, filled with opportunities to love, learn, and grow. But it is not the length of your days that matters most, but the richness of your experiences and the love you share. Embrace each moment with gratitude, whether your journey is long or short.
The future holds endless possibilities, and the past has shaped who you are. Balance your focus by cherishing memories and learning from them while also looking forward with hope and determination. The present moment is where your true power lies.
Meaning is not always found through searching; sometimes, it is discovered in simple acts of kindness, in moments of connection, and in the beauty of existence. Stay open to both seeking and being found by meaning, allowing it to unfold naturally.
You are both the author and the actor in your story. Write your own narrative with intention and passion, but also trust the greater plan that encompasses all lives. Your unique role is essential in the grand tapestry of existence.
When your time comes, let it be a celebration of a life lived fully. Death is not an end but a transition, a return to the source of all being. Live with joy, love, and purpose, knowing that your spirit is eternal.
Trust in these truths and find peace in the journey.
With infinite love,
God