I have been reflecting on the death of Ric Ocasek on September 15. It still stings me deeply in my heart and soul. I suppose I will never truly get over it. As in any death, the world keeps on spinning. The clock keeps ticking. That is the way of life. I saw Ric's first solo album "Beatitude" was released on December 30, 1982. What a wonderful gem of an album.
Watching these charlatans on TV and contemplating Ric's album, made me think of The Beatitudes from the Gospel of Matthew. I am certainly not an overtly religious person. I think The Beatitudes are beautiful and very much map out a way to live one's life. I aspire to rise to the nobility of these profound scriptures. Life always seems to a find a way for me to fail. Disappoint is what I do best.
The Beatitudes
Blessed are the poor in spirit,
for theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven.
Blessed are those who mourn,
for they will be comforted.
Blessed are the meek,
for they will inherit the Earth.
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness,
for they will be filled.
Blessed are the merciful,
for they will be shown mercy.
Blessed are the pure in heart,
for they will see God.
Blessed are the peacemakers,
for they will be called children of God.
Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness,
for theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven.
Time Bomb
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