RE: End Of A Saga

Oh bless you Joan! I am so sorry for your loss, words that barely ever seem to convey the genuine feeling we would hope to be wrapped up in them.

The great irony, some may say cruel twist of knowing real, lasting, true love is the knowledge that one day... Well you know how that ends, don't we all.

It can scarcely be imagined when we are going through such a profound loss and all that 'stuff' that gets wrapped up in our grief that it is indeed worth it, but as we both know it bloody well is and in time happier memories, old funny stories and moments that bring a happy smile or tear take centre stage in how we remember that love and in who we are for that special persons imprint on our life and our spirit.

I am far from dumb enough to say I know what you are going through as every grief is as individual as a snowflake, I can say however that love, hugs, thoughts and all the the very best, heartfelt wishes are with you. ❤

It is so true as you mention that at times like these, our thoughts turn to all those who have already left spring to mind, I am a firm believer that this is a good and cathartic thing. It reminds us that profound loss becomes something we learn to carry with us in a way that becomes manageable, but, yes at times, more than a little raw.

I do hope, and am certain they will, that as time rolls on in the way that it does, the many wonderful memories you shared bring great comfort, laughter and smiles alongside the unbidden tears that come whenever the heck they want.

When we were young, 71 would have seemed positively ancient, wouldn't it, as we grow and learn the way of the world, we realise it is not nearly long enough to understand the world that we were born in to but only hope we can fill it so chock full of memories, experiences and imprints on the lives of those we love and even wider so that it means something when we head off on our next stage of the journey.

Happy travelling to your husband on his next journey and may the load be relatively light too for you and yours on this coming phase of life Joan.

Know that while you are here less, the Hive will buzz a little quieter, while keeping you in their thoughts but will be all the more reinvigorated by your more permanent return.

I write from the heart and fast Joan and often worry at the end of a comment that I am overstepping the mark, maybe too overly familiar, this is obviously not my intention, but when one of our very own is hurting, I like them to know they are thought of and thought of well.

God bless.