SUDDENLY

The fire of life is burning within the soul

Then suddenly, it is extinguished.

The heart is pumping rhythmically and strong,

Then suddenly, it lies dormant and limp.

That fragile moment in time when the present becomes the past

And suddenly it is time to leave this earthly realm.

That unmistakable laugh heard many times before,

Is suddenly replaced with cries of pain and sorrow.

A marriage filled with hope and promise

Suddenly is turned into a legacy, a memory.

Daughters that once shared hugs of joy from their father,

Are suddenly now distraughtful youths, seeking comfort.

If ever you have sought the knowledge of why we die, be careful…

You may suddenly find the answer.