Left behind

My sorrow at the death of a loved one boils down to being "left behind". Being left to see things alone that we once shared. Laughing with someone who always had a knack to make me smile. Experiencing new things alone with someone who appreciated the little things and could turn them into a great adventure and memory.

     Left behind. Knowing they have the great privilege of seeing God face to face. All the angels singing, and Mary with her arms spread to hug them and press them close to her, helps me get through.

     Preparation for death and those moments are vital in order to have a happy, peaceful, confident departing from this world to the next.

     Contentment in the fact there will be no more sorrow or suffering helps me also get through being "left behind".

     As I grow older, it makes me want to be here to see their  accomplishments and vocations. But understanding "that we know not the hour" helps me release myself a little each time.

     Having faith that God can do all things and then resign into the fact that He is the one in control, puts my mind at ease.

     I will miss the sweet faces of my loved ones, but I'm assured by the Almighty that they and I will see each other again someday.

     Start praying and asking our Lord "now" for this great treasure and it won't be such a long time till we meet again.