Get It Right This Time

A wise individual once shared with me that when we pass, we do so permanently, prompting deep reflection on our eventual departure from this world. It urges us to consider those we leave behind - the profound sadness of our loved ones, children, extended family, friends, and community. Picture a child, grieving in their room, yearning for one more moment with you, grappling with the reality that they will never see your face or hear your voice again. It's a thought that compels us to ponder, how do we prepare for this inevitable day? Though it may seem distant, perhaps 20 years or even 20 hours away, the urgency remains. 

Admittedly, I may not have been the perfect father, husband, or even the best member of my community. Yet, there's one decision within my power to make right, one aspect of life I can control - securing Life Insurance. It's a tool, a promise, that in my absence, my family won't face eviction, homelessness, or be forced from their community. It's my commitment to laying a foundation for them, not just to grieve, but to reach new heights in life without me.

Moreover, it sends a powerful message to my children. As they stand before a well-chosen casket, surrounded by flowers and all the arrangements, they'll know I cared. It presents a striking contrast to the alternative - a family in distress, scrambling to afford a dignified farewell, resorting to crowdfunding, pleading with friends and relatives. In my passing, I refuse to leave a legacy of desperation.

This doesn't have to be our story. We can choose to prepare, to leave behind a legacy of care and consideration, not one of begging. Securing life insurance is a critical step in ensuring our loved ones can mourn properly and move forward with strength. It doesn't have to be this way, and with the right decisions, it won't be.