Tomorrow I have to say goodbye to a friend. She lost her battle with a foe that was just too strong, and even though she put up a mighty fight, now it’s time for her to move on to whatever comes after this life. She wasn’t ready to go, nor should she have been, in the prime of her life, but I guess that’s why we should live every day to the fullest.
I’m thinking about all I’m grateful for, and my list is just never ending. But, when it all comes down to the basics, I’m grateful that I can still hold hands. Sounds a bit strange, but I’m here, and that means that I can still physically hold the hands of people I love. I can hold hands with my daughter, husband, mum, sister, auntie, uncle……because I’m here, and for that I’m grateful.
It’s so very easy to get caught up with thoughts of what we don’t have…..today I’m grateful for what I do have.
Goodbye J, wherever you are will surely be a better place for your presence.
Linking up with maxabellaloves for 52 Weeks of Grateful.
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Oh Lisa, I’m just so sorry to read this. What a terrible shame. Your wish to hand-hold is wonderful. Make sure you take photos of them all – I am eternally grateful I had Mum take a photo of Dad holding my hand before he died. J x
Jane, it is so very sad. Yes, I’m really aware now of how you have to appreciate everyone who is important to you….you know this feeling only too well. xx
Oh, this is so sad. Your words are a beautiful reminder that the simple comforts are so important. I am very sorry that you will have to say goodbye to your friend too soon. x
Thank you, it was a beautiful service, a tribute to a life that made a difference to a lot of people xx
Oh Lisa. Funerals suck. Saying goodbye sucks. People going before their time sucks.
Hugs to you today.
Thanks Kelly, it was such a sad day.
Hi Lisa, I’m visiting from Maxabella and I’m so sorry to read this post. I’m glad the service was beautiful, but it’s such a shame there had to be one for someone taken before they should be. xx
Thank you for your lovely thoughts Melissa xx