Death is inevitable. It's only a matter of who will die first. As much as we enjoy life and living, most of us fear death and the consequences it leave behind. The late Pres. Cory Aquino prepared for her own death and made the most of her last days on earth. How I wish I could do the same, if ever I'd be privileged to prepare for my own death in the future. And that just like her, I could make my farewell through a solemn prayer that's full of humility and faith. If you've not come across it yet, here's Pres. Cory's Prayer for a Happy Death:

Almighty God, most merciful Father
You alone know the time
You alone know the hour
You alone know the moment
When I shall breathe my last.

So, remind me each day,
most loving Father
To be the best that I can be.
To be humble, to be kind,
To be patient, to be true.
To embrace what is good,
To reject what is evil,
To adore only You.

When the final moment does come
Let not my loved ones grieve for long.
Let them comfort each other
And let them know
how much happiness
They brought into my life.
Let them pray for me,
As I will continue to pray for them,
Hoping that they will always pray
for each other.

Let them know that they made possible
Whatever good I offered to our world.
And let them realize that our separation
Is just for a short while
As we prepare for our reunion in eternity.

Our Father in heaven,
You alone are my hope.
You alone are my salvation.
Thank you for your unconditional love, Amen.

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