Death is a reality here

We had our fourth funeral today in about 6 weeks. Given came to us in November. She had a condition that caused water to accumualate on her stomach and not drain properly. We waited for about 3 months for her to have a shunt put in that would allow easy drainage. The doctor didn't do the surgery properly and the end result was a quicker death. She was a sweet cheerful girl who always seemed to have a smile.

I was struck at the cemetary today by the number of fresh graves. They give you an idea of the bigger picture. Three weeks ago the little child we buried was marked as child 61. Today Given was marked as child 231. There were 8 small graves that had been dugged for funerals today. Death is a reality here. Suffering seems to be a way of life. Sobering to think of.

The Row of Graves
The reality is that for all of us life is short. Are we making the most of our time because the days are evil? (Eph. 5:15-16)