Life is too short...Live each day as if it was your last

[DarkMuscle]

This past Monday, I got some disturbing news about the CEO of my company. Before I go into the news, let me share some things about him.

I knew when he hired me that he was good soul. A young 42 year old man who was outgoing, sports minded and very athletic. He didn't smoke, didn't drink, worked out on a regular basis and ate heathy. A man who's family came first. A father of 3...I think his oldest is 9. A man that has an influence on many lives...including mine. He was compassionate about others who are less fortunate and took time to listen to you if there was a problem. When I had no where else to turn to for an opportunity in my industry, he came through for me. Just one of the best CEO's that I have had in my entire career and just a great guy in my opinion.

About 9 months ago, he started having health related problem. I think it started with some problems with his digestive system and moved on to more severe issues. From what I knew, he was seeing several specialists trying to figure out what the hell was going wrong. No cancerous tumors were found initially and I thought to myself...Thank God. As time passed, I had expected to see this good man come back and take command of this ship he built. Unfortunately, that wasn't going to happen, his condition got worst. No one in the office was informed about what was goiing on with him until now.

On Monday, I got called into one of the Partner's office. He informed me that the soul of the man I knew as my CEO will soon take its place in Heaven. Cancer has taken over this mans body in a short period of time. He basically lies in an hospice in a vegetarian like state of mind. I was told that his weight is down to about 90 pounds and can barely move.

His last rights were read a few days ago. I was told that it might me a matter of days, before his life is no more. It's tough enough losing people, it's even tougher to lose good people like him. I truly wish him the best in his journey to the other side. I also hope that God watches over his wife and kids.
Hearing this has really made me think how short life is. The things we take for granite sometimes are the things others would love to have...life.

[phikappa]

That's terrible news.



A few years ago, my boss went on vacation with his family to celebrate his anniversary and his two children's birthday's. He was an avid cruiser and the whole family took a cruise to Hawaii. At one of the stops, they all went to the beach to do some swimming and relaxing. While he was out body surfing, my boss drowned. No one is really sure what happened, it was just a freak thing.

I think about him a lot and how he's not here to enjoy the smallest beauties in this life. Even on the crappiest day I tell myself how wonderful everyday is, because Steve (and others) isn't here to enjoy it.

[Iron Barbarian]

Carpe Diem

[runner05]

I've personally "been there"... about 4 years ago... not with cancer, but other surgery related issues and was near death or at least they tell me there's no medical reason I did live. I believe God brought me back and I'm totally and completely fine now, but SOOOO much more appreciative of my own life and how I'm treated by others, my kids (who are #1), and those I love. NOTHING else really, truly matters! :) A hard lesson... but one I learned well!

There's some strong truth to the song by Tim McGraw "Live Like You Were Dying"... unfortunately, most never really GET it... :(

[ironwill2008]

Life is rough, sometimes, and no one is guaranteed a tomorrow. Make every day count.

[Barry Bonds]

sounds like a one in a million guy.

[Capnwilliam]

Very true. I just heard a few minutes ago about the death of a friend: he was in his 40's. :- (

Jim

[domineaux]

This past Monday, I got some disturbing news about the CEO of my company. Before I go into the news, let me share some things about him.

I knew when he hired me that he was good soul. A young 42 year old man who was outgoing, sports minded and very athletic. He didn't smoke, didn't drink, worked out on a regular basis and ate heathy. A man who's family came first. A father of 3...I think his oldest is 9. A man that has an influence on many lives...including mine. He was compassionate about others who are less fortunate and took time to listen to you if there was a problem. When I had no where else to turn to for an opportunity in my industry, he came through for me. Just one of the best CEO's that I have had in my entire career and just a great guy in my opinion.

About 9 months ago, he started having health related problem. I think it started with some problems with his digestive system and moved on to more severe issues. From what I knew, he was seeing several specialists trying to figure out what the hell was going wrong. No cancerous tumors were found initially and I thought to myself...Thank God. As time passed, I had expected to see this good man come back and take command of this ship he built. Unfortunately, that wasn't going to happen, his condition got worst. No one in the office was informed about what was goiing on with him until now.

On Monday, I got called into one of the Partner's office. He informed me that the soul of the man I knew as my CEO will soon take its place in Heaven. Cancer has taken over this mans body in a short period of time. He basically lies in an hospice in a vegetarian like state of mind. I was told that his weight is down to about 90 pounds and can barely move.

His last rights were read a few days ago. I was told that it might me a matter of days, before his life is no more. It's tough enough losing people, it's even tougher to lose good people like him. I truly wish him the best in his journey to the other side. I also hope that God watches over his wife and kids.
Hearing this has really made me think how short life is. The things we take for granite sometimes are the things others would love to have...life.

Life is a gift.

[scott213]

Very sad news. I learned that lesson the hard way when my brother died from an asthma attack about a year ago at 30 years of age.

[redweston]

it's like I told the kids at work today, I don't want to work Saturdays any more, at my age how many do I have left !

Keeponpumpin! - red

[slackdaddy]

In the last 1 & 1/2 years 4 people that I know of from my high school graduating calsss have passed. Two from cancer, one brain tumor and one drug overdose. I'm starting to feel lucky to have made it to 42 myself. You never know.

[mikieson]

We will all die from cancer or heart related problems at one time or another if some accident doesnt get us first. Death sux, but sometimes life isnt so great either. Sorry for the loss.

[Bando]

This past Monday, I got some disturbing news about the CEO of my company. Before I go into the news, let me share some things about him.

I knew when he hired me that he was good soul. A young 42 year old man who was outgoing, sports minded and very athletic. He didn't smoke, didn't drink, worked out on a regular basis and ate heathy. A man who's family came first. A father of 3...I think his oldest is 9. A man that has an influence on many lives...including mine. He was compassionate about others who are less fortunate and took time to listen to you if there was a problem. When I had no where else to turn to for an opportunity in my industry, he came through for me. Just one of the best CEO's that I have had in my entire career and just a great guy in my opinion.

About 9 months ago, he started having health related problem. I think it started with some problems with his digestive system and moved on to more severe issues. From what I knew, he was seeing several specialists trying to figure out what the hell was going wrong. No cancerous tumors were found initially and I thought to myself...Thank God. As time passed, I had expected to see this good man come back and take command of this ship he built. Unfortunately, that wasn't going to happen, his condition got worst. No one in the office was informed about what was goiing on with him until now.

On Monday, I got called into one of the Partner's office. He informed me that the soul of the man I knew as my CEO will soon take its place in Heaven. Cancer has taken over this mans body in a short period of time. He basically lies in an hospice in a vegetarian like state of mind. I was told that his weight is down to about 90 pounds and can barely move.

His last rights were read a few days ago. I was told that it might me a matter of days, before his life is no more. It's tough enough losing people, it's even tougher to lose good people like him. I truly wish him the best in his journey to the other side. I also hope that God watches over his wife and kids.
Hearing this has really made me think how short life is. The things we take for granite sometimes are the things others would love to have...life.

It's nice that you took the time to write about him that way. I once had a boss like that, he was high up but took pride in walking the walk with us grunts, and he could outwalk the best of us. His job was doing the best he could for the company, he did it by caring about each employee as if we were each his little brother. I could give a dozen examples where Jeff just cared about his people more than anything. I'm a position somewhat similar to his now and often when I'm stuck with a people/HR problem I think "how would Jeff handle this?"

What a shame to lose this fine CEO, in the years to come I hope you do the same, emulate what he did so well, that's the best tribute you can give.

[gympunk]

Lately life has been such a boring grind for me. It's hard to "live life to it's fulelst" when work just wipes me out every day with stress & boredom.

[hornedn]

You never know when its your time, you just have to be prepared. Prepare your body like you will live to be 100 and prepare your soul like this is your last day on earth.

[Noviomagus]

that's why we have to keep on working out.

or we will be worked-out .

seriously.

that's why I never understand why so many people are so selfish ,hunting for their little goals,money etc.
before you know it you're dead.

then you'll see what did and does matter most.
but most already do know it but many do not live by it.

[rockeo]

May God Bless his soul and his family friends and urself w/ comfort and Grace during this time of mourning !!!

[raybbaby]

He basically lies in an hospice in a vegetarian like state of mind.

LOL at vegetarian state of mind. I think you mean "vegetative state".

[DarkMuscle]

LOL at vegetarian state of mind. I think you mean "vegetative state".

Yeah that's what I meant. That made me smile.

[yellowrv]

that's why we have to keep on working out.

or we will be worked-out .

seriously.

that's why I never understand why so many people are so selfish ,hunting for their little goals,money etc.
before you know it you're dead.

then you'll see what did and does matter most.
but most already do know it but many do not live by it.

How true. My mother relayed this to me months before she died last year. So to remind me of this my license plate reads: LIVNLG
No relationship to material things, just a reminder to appreciate the time you have been given here and share it with others.

[GuyJin]

My late father once told me many, many years ago: "You're born alone and you die alone. It's what you do in between that counts."

For us, the "in-betweens" are what makes it all worthwhile. We may never enact laws to change the societies we live in, we may never become rich or famous, we may never even become liked or loved by all, but if we teach our children well what life is all about and they go on to become good people to themselves and others, if we take joy in the littlest of things, if we find happiness in our own way, then that makes our lives worth living.

Unfortunately, we all have to go to that "Great Beyond" (whatever that means) someday; it sucks, but that's how it is. And while I KNOW I won't like having to give up my life years from now (if I'm very lucky), as long as I know that I've done the best I could for my wife and children, then that'll be enough for me.

[JonnyStead]

Lately life has been such a boring grind for me. It's hard to "live life to it's fulelst" when work just wipes me out every day with stress & boredom.


I am with you there....14 hour work days are killing me....I think about my mortality and wonder wtf I am doing this for....

Hey you chaps - work/life balance is so important. Unless you're truly building something for yourself, I wouldnt be living for work. Earn enough to enjoy life and consider yourself lucky. Remember if you earn $100,000+ a year you will be in the top 0.5% of the worlds wealth - $50,000+ a year gets you into the top 5% of the worlds wealth - worth thinking about -

to the OP, I'm sorry about your friend. All you can do is live on and try and carry the messages he gave you forward. Good luck.

[Noviomagus]

How true. My mother relayed this to me months before she died last year. So to remind me of this my license plate reads: LIVNLG
No relationship to material things, just a reminder to appreciate the time you have been given here and share it with others.

LIVNLG

does that mean live and let go?

[DarkMuscle]

My CEO passed away over the weekend. Thanks to all that replied. He was truly a good man and will be missed by many.

[runner05]

My CEO passed away over the weekend. Thanks to all that replied. He was truly a good man and will be missed by many.

My prayers go up for you and his entire family and friends network. God bless! xoxo

[maryinmesquite]

You never know when its your time, you just have to be prepared. Prepare your body like you will live to be 100 and prepare your soul like this is your last day on earth.great way to look at things

[Noviomagus]

My CEO passed away over the weekend. Thanks to all that replied. He was truly a good man and will be missed by many.
take care man.

of all what I know and read(medium, psychic stuff ,spirits etc),is that most of the time the people who still live suffer more than those who have gone to the other side,if they were no big ass^%les (cause there seem to be not so nice places there too,though you can always learn and get out from that state too).


your CEO was a good man of what I heard from you, he'll do fine in that 'other dimension' ,I bet he does.