Eulogy
It’s early yet, but 2010 seems to be the Year of the Eulogy. In my mind I’ve been putting together a eulogy for a dear loved one who passed away earlier this week. Traditionally eulogies are reserved for those who are deceased, but did you know that eulogies aren’t just for funerals? Really! The word simply means to speak well of, or high praise. Even though is seems downright unamerican and unmanly, you can speak well of people while they are still alive, in fact it’s recommended!
As sad as I am about the unexpected passing of Lois Roberts, I am glad that a few years ago I took the time to write a letter to her and her husband Steve. They meant a lot to me, and I just wanted to let them now. I’m glad that I did.
Too often funerals are a time of regrets and “What Ifs”. Don’t let that happen to you! My advice is to let others know how much you care for them today, don’t delay!
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I completely agree -Im glad I got to spend time with my grandma before she passed.
Great reminder and so true. Thanks.
I'm acutally reading Mitch Albom's book Have a Little Faith. The whole premise of the book is that the author is asked to give the eulogy at his pastor's funeral. So he spends alot of time getting to really know his Pastor. I love that the author spends time with his Pastor while he can. He asks questions. He listens. He shares his heart.
We all need to heed your advice and tell those we love how much we care while we still can. Great advice.