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Old 10-19-2009, 01:53 PM   #66 (permalink)
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Check out a ward full of terminally ill children, did they have a choice to go left or right?

Born with genetic defects and incurable illness, these children had a choice of how to come into this world?

These precious children had a choice to suffer on this plane?
this is a touchy issue but i believe they did have a choice, and i feel the choice was made out of love. the suffering these children endure breeds a great deal compassion among their families, friends and those who treat/care for them. many are reminded just what there is about life to be cherished. it's an impact that couldn't be made in health which many of us so sorely need, providing perspective on many of the things we take for granted out of habit or comfort.

whether this is true or not, the effect is indisputable. i feel the same for victims of accidents or natural disasters. things like this help ensure we don't lose sight of our humanity, and it's an invaluable service
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