Being aware of our mortality

I am one of those annoying people who have the perfect relationship with their parents. My Mum and Dad are like my best friends, as much of a cliche as that sounds, its true. We criticize, mock and philosophise about life and the world like friends do and I cannot imagine a life without them. Something my mum said yesterday, about a palm reader saying her life will span till the age of 72 shocked me. To face mortality in such a way was cruel. To face the reality of a beautiful relationship not lasting is one of life's worst things. But something short intensifies its sweetness. I want to savour every moment with my parents and be thankful everyday for the life they have given me. My only wish is to have the privilege to enjoy the sweetness of their company for a long time coming.