I lost someone very close to me and stopped blogging for a few days. It didn’t seem appropriate.
Just being present for all those around me became my goal.
Errands needed to be run. Phone calls needed to be made. The mundane acts of taking out the garbage, washing dishes and house cleaning became paramount. Taking unneeded clothing and other items to Goodwill…dreadful and cathartic.
The sound of children laughing a needed reprieve from sounds of gut wrenching gasps interjected between sorrowful moans from another who, try as I might, can not be consoled. I just pull her closer in my arms.
The very stark reminder that nothing lasts forever and that we all have precious little time to accomplish all the things our hearts and minds are compelled to dream about or finally get around to those often reviewed bucket list items. Friendships and even acquaintances new and old are given bold and underlined emphasis.
The world moves slower and at times grinds to a halt. Time itself is in question as days run together and hours become days.
Echoes of unspoken words and recaps of missed opportunities are replayed on a continuous reel in the minds of all those who knew the deceased.
Oh, I am sorry for your loss. I am also grateful for your follow. I hope you will visit again soon and often. Blessings!
Thank you and I will.
Very nice piece sir. Sorry for your loss…
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I’m sorry to hear you’ve lost someone. Pull everyone close.
Thank you for reading and commenting. That’s great advice.
Sometimes it is the mundane things that help us get through the day. Thanks for sharing such personal pain. M
Thank you for reading and commenting M.
I am so sorry for your loss. In such times everyone needs a rock, but even the rock has to grieve. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Thank you very much for reading and commenting.