Mark Twain wrote, "The value of a mans contributions to life would saddened even the Undertaker when his body is prepared for the life beyond." Mara was a valued citizen and on this site his comments were always respectful.
I am always a critic of CBJ and the harm he has done Guyana. Many years ago, Mara took me to task on my assesment of the gentleman. He disagreed, respectfully.
Lately, I have been contempting on mans mortality. A full life, with respect and genuine character simply cannot just cease. I believe the soul carries on in a different place-ancient civilizations laid up treasures for that journey.
Safe travels my countryman. For those you have fathered, they continue on in this infinite world. Your achievements would be a standard bearer.
Nirvana.