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If I should die before I wake

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Now I lay me down to sleep I pray the Lord my soul to keep If I should die before I wake I pray the Lord my soul to take AMEN Anyone else used to say this before bed growing up? It hits a little different as an adult. It makes you think, if the Lord did indeed take me in my sleep then what?   We don't like to talk about it...it makes us really uncomfortable but the truth of the matter is, we will all die. The bigger question is what are you leaving your loved ones with? 1) beautiful memories, a great legacy, and money to cover your final costs or 2) a headache  2020 was rough and her first cousin 2021 came in a little hot too. Blow after blow after blow, attending more funerals in the last 2 years, than my 29 prior years combined.  Some of you may be thinking, "ok I'm sorry for your losses but what does that have to do with me?" I'm so glad you asked! Out of the 7 deaths that I am referencing only 1 was expected (old age). So I want you to take a deep breath and s