Inconsistencies
by Jane Hosking, NSW Australia
Artist, Aged 36
I am of the belief that we are all just organisms that die and return to the great mixture of matter on earth. I am scared of dying, but only I think, of the possible pain and of missing out on something!
It is only petty, but I find it disturbing how we are so particular about looking after our bodies, grooming, maintenance etc and yet when we die, everything decays and changes and we look pretty terrible. Not to mention that one may have an autopsy or die of massive injuries. I know this is superfluous to the meaning of life and there is nought we can do about it but I am just fascinated by the inconsistency. Has anyone else thought about this too?
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