Death is as much a part of us as life is. We live our lives not worrying about death. At least most of the time we don't, however, when that time comes and our little train ride of bliss must come to an end, there is nothing we could do to but submit to the will of a higher power, or natural selection, whichever you believe in.

Each country has its own death ritual. War heroes and important figures in the United States are buried with their coffins containing, or wrapped in an American flag. Though sometimes, even common people get an honorable burial with the flag since they have served the country as good citizens more or less. Other countries, particularly in the east, prefer cremation over burial. Tradition states that cremation is the most honorable way of disposing a body. While practical reasons for cremation include the economy of burial space.

When an important figure passes away, the body is usually led to the funeral location by a hearse decorated with car flags and is usually escorted by the police. These are usually public agendas with massive amounts of press. The irony is that some people don't get that much attention before their passing. An example would be Michael Jackson, whose popularity has actually waned over the past few years since the release of his 2001 album, Invincible.

There is nothing to be afraid of in dying. In fact it would be the culminating moment in which our individual lives are framed. Who we are in the moment of our death will be immortalized in the hearts of those who have witnessed us. Tales about immortal life may be in reference to the deeds we have done as living persons passed on to generations ahead.