At age 78, I                            have lived a complete life.
 I have loved and                            been loved.
 My children are grown                            and in the midst of their own rich lives.
 I have seen my                            grandchildren born and beginning their lives.
 I have pursued my                            life's projects and
 made the most significant                            contributions I will make.
 Though today I have                            no severe mental or physical limitations,
 I should have no                            regrets were my world to end suddenly.
 (adapted from Ezekiel Emanuel.)                           

 I have no fear                            of death. I, Jon, suffered worse than death
 with the loss of                            my son, Jos, 1974-99.