Pen Pal Project #13

I Contemplated My Death

And Here’s What Happened

Francis Lee
12 min readOct 31, 2023

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Contemplation of Death (Image by author)

Welcome to our collaborative series where Gen(Genevieve) and Francis (both Medium writers) become companions of the written word. Through these intimate letters, we embark on a poignant voyage, sharing our innermost thoughts, cherished experiences, and profound discoveries. As pen pals navigating the digital landscape, we weave together the threads of our lives, exploring the depths of both profound and everyday subjects. Each letter offers you a glimpse into our worlds, an open invitation to join us in forging connections and engaging in contemplation. Come, embark on this journey of shared expressions, as we unravel the captivating intricacies of friendship and the enduring power found within the written word.

Gen’s previous letter:

October 30, 2023

Dear Gen,

My journey with death started with a book. “Tuesdays with Morrie” is a heartfelt and inspirational memoir written by Mitch Albom. The book chronicles Mitch’s reconnection with his…

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Francis Lee

My daily intention is to live in Nothingness. In this space of nothingness, there resides pure joy. There is no wanting or waiting here, just surrendering.