Originally posted by RUMMY:[..]
Indeed.
I am surprised that something like this got to me as it did. It made me reflect a bit more. It also made me realize how spoiled (lucky?) I have been throughout my life (almost 44 years) as I've never had to grieve the loss of someone close to me. Sure, grandparents have gone, but it was their time, I suppose. My own father went at a very young age but I was too way young to understand...to realize what had happened. I hope I can go as long as possible without having to feel such a loss. Losing someone very close - especially before their time. I guess we all do.