The Veil

I've been thinking about the different types of veils and how they are used to symbolize so many different things.

One type of veil is the wedding veil. I played piano for a wedding yesterday. The bride wore a traditional veil and the groom lifted the veil to kiss his bride as instructed by the minister. The wedding was very simple and I was happy to see this tradition carried out during the service.

A second type of veil is the one that was torn in the temple when Jesus was crucified. I've been reading and reading on this topic and find it fascinating.

Another veil is the one in Order of the Phoenix that Sirius Black falls through. Harry is certain he can hear voices and can bring Sirius back if he too goes through the veil.

The last veil is the one that I wear most days. The one that I use to pretend I'm here for my own purpose and that what I'm doing is by my design. I received a very upsetting email yesterday about a man I know passing away very unexpectedly. I know this was not his choice or his design. When I read this email, my veil was ripped from in front of my face and I realized again how tenuous life is. My heart is breaking for his wife and young son, his family and his dear friends.