Life doesn’t stop for death. It is only halted for a moment. Death makes a mockery of life while life continues— strong, unwavering, like a runaway train— while those left behind pick up the pieces. Life doesn’t stop for death. Morning dawns, a brand-new day. There is much to be done and bills to pay. ...

Thirteen years ago we walked across a church stageNow, so many of us are deadIraq, Afghanistan, or from drug overdoses[Mostly drug overdoses]Some of them? farming or fishing accidents – ButMostly drug overdosesShe called me on the phoneCame down the stairsTelephone cord like a nooseDid you hear about William?Did you hear about Carolyn?Did you hear about ...