Spirituality and Death
The last few days has been rather strenuous. There were errands to run given the festivities and two friends were unexpectedly in need of help.
I split my time up and spent much more time on A, given the more dire nature.
What can be more dire than being sent to the ICU after drowning, lost in the water for over 20minutes anyway? Oh well.
As it turned out, my other friend gained more perspective on his own emotional/romantic issues after hearing about A's situation. It really seemed such a small issue compared to A's.
The message on A came in the evening of Christmas day, and I've been in and out of SGH's ICU more times that I care to recall, and sometimes during the oddest of hours.
While the doctors could only monitor the machines and continue to perform diagnostics whilst A remained in coma, the rest of us were summoning all manner of religious and spiritual help.
I believe something miraculous did happen. Otherwise the physical body could not have shown such a powerful sign of rebounding at one point. The heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen levels, skin colour, body warmth were all heading towards a more normal zone. Alas this did not last.
Current readings do not augur well for recovery.
Still, A must choose if he wishes to come back.
I don't believe A was ever 'lost'. Not for long anyway.
You see, A is an experienced meditator.
In the last few years he has accumulated a skill level and depth of knowledge that would have taken others decades.
It won't have taken someone with his spiritual knowledge and meditative experience to find his way.
During these last few days, many have come to visit A. It is clear from the eyes of these people, that A has really touched their hearts in no small way.
Relatives, friends and colleagues, all have a kind word for him. Many grieve. Many ask him to come back and continue the good work he has done.
Through the many visitors, I can see the work he has already done in spreading much light and love to the people around him.
I feel honored to have known him.
To A, I apologise for being slightly tardy in getting to do my part.
Instead of attempting to pull you back, which I, frankly, have no right to do, I should have just focussed on helping those grieving around you.
It took me a while to get out of my ego and start really listening to you.
Hopefully, I've made up for it in the last 48hrs.
In another 4 hours I will be getting on a plane.
I will now leave the remaining work to your many friends.
The last few days have been tiring but inspiring.
You told your parents I was your mentor. Well, in the last few days the student has taught the mentor a wondrous lesson.
Thank you for showing me your light.
I bow to you in honor of your work.
Move on, or stay: the decision is truly yours.
I will respect whichever choice you now make.
May you choose wisely.
Namaste