As We Age, Death Gets Closer

[Mr. Ed]

As we age death getting closer and closer? Not to belittle the significance of life but death is perhaps the greatest moment of one’s life. To embark upon an existence not defined by life as you know it to be.

Will we mourn for the life had? Perhaps there is a place without want and wonder, knowledge and understanding for the asking.

Mitch86: I am glad you are here. I look forward to what happens when and after I die. I’m curious how I will handle death and circumstances there in.

Perhaps SF is available in the afterlife?

 

[Murrmurr]

I do not fear death either and I am approaching 79 years. I am no longer necessary to my children, grandchildren and now my great grandson who hardly knows me because of social isolation and lockdowns since he was born nearly 2 years ago. However, I am still very much needed as am important presence in their lives. I know that when I eventually die I will be mourned and I will be remembered. In the meantime I an encourager, a source of unconditional love and a presence at all of the rites of passage and special occasions, just as my mother and her sister were and as my dear mother in law was. These things are important in a family I sense that you are an important part of your family.

Do not deny your mortality but do not dwell on it too much. Live now and count your blessings past and present. Let the future unfold as it should.

Peace, love and respect to you, Murrmurr, you wonderful man.

Thank you, Warrigal. That was blush-worthy.

 

[bowmore]

Tom86,
Thank you for sharing that experience about your wife. I had a similar one with my mother. She lived in Florida, I live in California, and my sister lives in NY. My sis and I met in Florida to help mom celebrate her 102nd birthday.
Two days after I got back home, my sis called to tell me mom had passed away. I am almost positive that she was just waiting to see the two of us together before she passed away.

 

[Remy]

I don't know @Mitch86 I think about it now. I'm 61, funny how I never considered this in my 20's or even 40's.

I wonder if I will have any good years ahead or how it will end.

 

[Mitch86]

I try to live each day as if it was my last at 86. I live it to the fullest. I have arthritis of the spine which gives me terrible pain and impairment in legs and feet. There is no cure. Doctors allowed me 2 Tylenol/Codeine pills each day at dinner plus 1,000 mg of Tylenol before I go to sleep each night plus 1,000 mg at breakfast. If I get an intolerable pain explosion, they allow me to take one extra Tylenol/Codeine pill at that time.

Suffering is very bad at times but I live every day with Jesus and plenty of music playing most of the time. I've accepted the situation remembering the Serenity Prayer: change what we can and accept what we can't with God granting us the wisdom to know the difference.

I purchased six Amazon Echo Shows which play all my favorite music most hours of every day. My advice to everyone else here who is old and suffering: PLAY MUSIC AS MUCH AS YOU CAN. I like music about Jesus and old folks songs from many years ago. You can copy my Folk Playlist on YouTube here. Play it every day:

https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXlEVp8uHTXVuZuTf2US-8nicDYe5ihly&feature=share

 

[Irwin]

I like peace and quiet, which is rare these days. There's always a fan blowing or the AC. Occasionally in the morning when there's not much traffic on the highway four blocks away, it will be quiet outside. I'll just stand in the yard, enjoying it. It's usually when I'm out there playing with my dog. I'll look around at the trees and the various birds flittering from branch to branch and occasionally to the bird feeders. The world seems bearable at that point. And then somebody will drive by and ruin it.

 

[Chris21E]

Music keeps me pain free and accepting of whatever happens.

This song expresses my situation now:

"Praise God, I'm Ready to Go:"

Going Home

 

[Chris21E]

This is wonderful Abide with me and Nature Sounds when not able to get out

 

[fmdog44]

Worry about death when your dead.

 

[Mr. Ed]

Death is as death does....sooner or later?

 

[Ladybug]

Beautiful Song, Thank You

 

[Alligatorob]

As we age death gets closer and closer. How do we face it's certainty. I'm 86 and realize I've outlived my dad, my grandfather and all my friends. How should we face the inevitable? I never thought I would get this old.

No doubt it does for us all. My grandfather lived to 99, died just short of his 100th, he often told me that if I planned to live so long be sure and make younger friends.

 

[Mr. Ed]

As we age we figure out the importance of life and living. When we are no longer living is a mystery to us all.

 

[Chris21E]

As we age we figure out the importance of life and living. When we are no longer living is a mystery to us all.

Can't be sure, have lost a pet bird that was having trouble seeing, as he slipped away his eyes opened wide as though he could see again. Death is a mystery for sure. Try to enjoy life as best I can .

 

[Mr. Ed]

The likelihood of dying becomes more prevalent as we get older. However, death is always near with or without regardless of age.

 

[Mr. Ed]

As we age does death get easier?

 

[Chris21E]

As we age does death get easier?

Not really, it depends on what we are dealing with, I have come close to the end of life and it did not seem to be unpleasant, the hanging on hurt seems to be an issue.

Everyone is different, it helps to be at peace with one's life.

 

[Mr. Ed]

As we age we get older, death is inevitable

 

[Pepper]

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[Alligatorob]

Perhaps SF is available in the afterlife?

If it is none of us would qualify, not for a long time!

 

[hollydolly]

No doubt it does for us all. My grandfather lived to 99, died just short of his 100th, he often told me that if I planned to live so long be sure and make younger friends.

WoW! Was your grandfather prince Philip ?

 

[senior chef]

I don't worry or even think about death. Nor do I believe in an "after-life".
I believe that when we die, that's it. Just like switching off the lights.
No thoughts. No feelings. No anything.

Look at it this way. How did I feel about the attack on Pearl Harbor as it was happening ? Since I was not yet born, I felt nothing. Same with after death. Nothing.

 

[Lara]

How did I feel about the attack on Pearl Harbor as it was happening ? Since I was not yet born, I felt nothing. Same with after death. Nothing.

God "knew you before you were in the womb".
So, there's that to consider if you choose to ponder.
Just thought I'd throw it on the table.
Food for thought.
But our brains seem so finite, don't they.
We give our brains borders.

 

[Mitch86]

I don't worry or even think about death. Nor do I believe in an "after-life".
I believe that when we die, that's it. Just like switching off the lights.
No thoughts. No feelings. No anything.

Look at it this way. How did I feel about the attack on Pearl Harbor as it was happening ? Since I was not yet born, I felt nothing. Same with after death. Nothing.

I agree totally. We were created by a sperm cell fusing with an egg cell and cease to exist at the end of life. I don't believe in Heaven or Hell and only like Jesus because songs about him are so pleasant to hear. I also believe that Jesus told us how to die by accepting the end without blaming anyone.

 

[Pete]

I'm with Murrmurr. I'm 86 & I give thanks every morning to God for another day. I lost my wife 6+ years ago to cancer. G.K's are all grown. It's just me & my little dog Rosie here now. We are trying to see who will outlive the other as she is 10+ years old. Beagle Terrier mix.
When the good Lord calls me I'll be ready.

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Tom 86 - your the man !
If the T-shirt is a reflection of your reality I hope I have the same mindset as you if I reach your age.