A Friend

I just found out that someone I have known from the Internet has passed away.

I was contacted by a police officer looking for next-of-kin. This friend, who I had been communicationg with for three years, had me in his phonebook with a star next to my name. It was the only star in the book so the police contacted me first.

In all my exchanges with this person, they were always thoughtful and considerate, kind and gentle. And though we never met, I feel a sense of loss .. for indeed, the earth has lost a kind soul.

I have said my prayers for Clifton already, and will continue to do so throughout this holiday season. What I thought about was all of you, and so many others that I know only from the Internet .. all dear souls that I call 'friend', yet have never met.

Consider these people or pray for them, but also include yourself, for we never know the impact we make on someones life. So it is, that even a friend not met is a friend indeed.

Om Peace!
Yogini Valarie Devi