My closest male friend, other than my husband, died a few months ago. Rather than be an organ donor, he gave his body to science for research. There was no funeral, no memorial, no goodbye other than just in our thoughts.
Still, I think that he did the right thing. Whether through giving your whole body for research or giving organs, you make it possible for others to benefit. Since we all must die anyway, it is the unselfish thing to do.
My husband and I went and had documents signed indicating we wish to donate organs this past week. Since I’m creeping up on 60, I doubt that many of my organs are in that great a shape, but I do have beautiful skin. The thought that my skin could benefit someone on a burn unit is quite gratifying to me.
Teresa
