(a haiku chain)
Life mocks poor mortals
who yearn immortality
though destined for dust
We fear death’s harsh call
yet die we must to complete
the cycle of Life
And what follows death?
Just corporeal demise
or heavenly peace?
O carbon life forms
rejoice in your brief moment
of human sentience
Celebrating life
not squandering a moment
He made a difference
We mourn a dear friend
and cherish all those good times
we shared together
Reflections through a sequence of haiku (haiku chain) on the sudden passing of Vinayak Pradhan, a close childhood friend.