Our parents and friends are dying!

The news about our parents, friends and even people about which we don’t know very much, regarding the fact they leave us for a better world are so staggering. They leave us alone, sad, an empty spot in our heart and our life. We can see on their faces that smile which would like to say, but it does not have a chance, that last thought: ‘I leave you behind with all your troubles. I have paid my debts and I have got rid of all the worries!’. Thus, he is accompanied on his last journey by tears, sorrow and gratitude. They are dying one by one, and while crying their death, we also cry the death of the romanian village. This year so far, 30 of our fellows have died. In 2009, we lost: the priest Alimănescu, Dr. Stanca and Tică Udrea. Big difference in status and profession, but a big resemblance in good works and dignity! How many good things these exceptional people have created for our fellows! These are people who, if would have continued to live, if they would have had time, they would have done lot more for us, but they have left us with our pain and misery. I would mention: Ion Onea and Niculiţă Stan, two best friends and high character people. Those who have met them, say that they have been calculated, hardworking and good craftsmen. To them and their soul’s kindness, we should keep them forever in our memory! Let’s cry a tear each time we think of them! God rest them in peace!

• Gheorghe OBOGEANU