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Not Complicated
9 years ago
So to follow up from my last journal, dad has been buried and I've had all sorts of alone time to think about his last years.
Mom died 11 years ago to colon cancer. Dad thought he had a couple years left but as far as he was concerned, he was ready at any time. His mate of 35 years was gone. Nature made him wait 11 years and torture him with a very slow end before he got his wish for his energy to rejoin hers.
So what isn't complicated? Happiness. Surround yourself with people that aren't negative to you. If they are negative, distance yourself.
After you surround yourself, appreciate them. Friends or family. Tell them you appreciate them. Make sure they feel it.
Find someone special to you. Love them. Tell them, often, that you do. Not jokingly, and don't assume they know. Reinforce the bond. If they tell you they love you, by the gods, echo it.
Your goodbye could be the last one you get with them in this lifetime, and waiting for the next might be awhile.
Mom died 11 years ago to colon cancer. Dad thought he had a couple years left but as far as he was concerned, he was ready at any time. His mate of 35 years was gone. Nature made him wait 11 years and torture him with a very slow end before he got his wish for his energy to rejoin hers.
So what isn't complicated? Happiness. Surround yourself with people that aren't negative to you. If they are negative, distance yourself.
After you surround yourself, appreciate them. Friends or family. Tell them you appreciate them. Make sure they feel it.
Find someone special to you. Love them. Tell them, often, that you do. Not jokingly, and don't assume they know. Reinforce the bond. If they tell you they love you, by the gods, echo it.
Your goodbye could be the last one you get with them in this lifetime, and waiting for the next might be awhile.
Wise words.
"Would you rather weep to their passing, or drink to their life?"
Then they had a big party where they all gave toasts and told their favorite stories of the person. I personally really enjoy this train of thought. Enjoy life, love those around you, and leave everyone with a smile and a great story to tell. I'll raise a glass for you and yours tonight!
Can I come over and raise one with you? I'd much rather discuss the quirks of someone and whatever fun times I can remember than be stuck in a cycle of mourning.
Also, thanks for the Watch!