This small news clip in today's San Diego Union-Tribune really got me thinking about the fragility of life, especially when we assume that someone close to us, someone we share mental images with, someone we love is abruptly taken home by our Maker. This is not some metaphysical question, it is REALITY. It is one thing if someone is sick or in poor health. But this guy obviously was in the prime of life. And when he got up this morning, he undoubtedly thought about all the things he has to do, people he has to see, situations he has to clarify and find solutions to.

IT BEGS THE QUESTION....

When was the last time you hugged that person?
When was the last time you shared a laugh, shared a tear with that person?
How do you know that the last time you did those things won't be the last time you ever see them alive? Last time you hear the sound of their voice?
Before this man collapsed, what was the last thing he thought about it?
Who did he irrationally love? What was his passion?
How will he be remembered by others who are left behind knowing that this life on this earth has been extinguished?
How would you remember that person?
How would you be remembered if you were suddenly taken from this earth? This life?

Man dies at Seaport Village; no ID

The Medical Examiner's Office is asking for the public's help to identify a man who collapsed at Seaport Village this morning and died.

The man was exercising when he collapsed. He died at 10:45 a.m. at UCSD Medical Center.

He is described as white, in his 40s, about 6 feet tall and 195 pounds. He had salt-and-pepper hair and green eyes. He had no tattoos or noticeable scars. He was wearing athletic shorts and red and silver Asics gel running shoes.

Anyone with information is asked to call the medical examiner at (858) 694-2895.