![]() This year has been overwhelming for many. The ongoing issue and dilemma of the Covid-19 pandemic has reaped havoc worldwide. It has restricted travel, limited family gatherings, caused extreme problems in food distribution, caused price inflation, and even made simple birthday parties a commodity. The worst issue is how it has affected families and the loss of loved ones. The other day I was counting the friends and co-workers I have lost due to death caused by Covid: 9 as of this writing. Four very close friends lost their husbands or immediate relative; all in good health, all in their 50's and one in their 40's. It has been the most unforgiving virus I have ever seen, no matter if you are great health or in poor health. It has been no respecter of persons. All are vulnerable for infection, even the vaccinated. A woman had a tatoo put on her forearm so it always starred her in the face, daily. She also made a quick reflective 60-second commercial called "60 seconds". It asks, what would you do if you knew you had 60 seconds left to live? Many would call a loved one, many would kiss their spouse and tell them "I love you", but the point was made to not live with regrets. It is wise to take advantage of the opportunities presented you, as long as they are moral, legal, and are healthy choices. The fact was clarified to not live in fear, regret, or wishing you had done things or to ask yourself, "What if...". One rule that I try to always follow is to say "I Love You" at the end of every phone call or if I leave the house so those words will always be the "last words" I would have said in case something should happen. Life is too short. Unfortunately, many have learned that hard reality this year and it makes one wonder, what were these individuals last thoughts or actions who lost their battle with Covid, specfically. I want my life to be filled with loving my wife, my family, and taking advantage of life as it unfolds - thus what many say is the "Present" of live, making everyday Christmas.
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Author(s):Kevin and Mabel are a Ameri-Pino couple. He is American and she is Filipino. These are our thoughts and reflections about our lives and relationship together. Archives
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