In The Midst Of Life – We Are In Death
I heard this many, many years ago at a relative’s funeral and never really understood what it meant. I thought it was just a crusty old vicar being bitter. However, when we lost our son Simon in 1991, it took on a sinister meaning for me – everyone else just carried on as normal with no apparant regard for our little family unit suffering such grief and turmoil. It took us some years to climb out of that hole. But this time honored phrase has taken on a new meaning over the last few days once again.
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Hi Ray
Sorry for hearing about your recent loss and losing your son Simon.
It’s hard for me to imagine what that must be like and it’s what every parent dreads I suppose.
Thanks for sharing and giving us a wake up call.
Gavin
Hi Ray,
So sorry to hear about your Mum. Our sincere condolences go to you and yours.
I was very moved reading your article and realised that it is the same for all of us who’ve lost a loved one – only once you’ve experienced a loss can you truly appreciate a little of what others are going thorough.
And yes, who’s not guilty of just getting on with life… meaning to… existing… Sadly it takes something like a bereavement to make us realise we’re not immortal and should make every second count.
Thinking of you and your family at this sad time. Take special care of each other.
Marie & Rob
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