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Gloria DeGroat's avatar

Thank you for sharing such a special time and your love for Kimmy. Grief is hard and we never know how we will handle it.

Annette Marquis's avatar

Yes it is and this grief taught me a lot about how to be present for others.

Denise M Rimes's avatar

This hals been the hardest post to process. I can't think too deeply about it or I will go into a bad place about my own children and grands. But it's a beautifully and painfully written, and I love you for it.

Annette Marquis's avatar

Yes, it is a tough one! It was tough to write, but also such a critical part of my history, particularly as set the stage for how I understand grief. I think it has helped me be more present to Regina, for example. Thank you for your feedback and for trusting my work!

Nomadic Life Scribbles's avatar

Such a hard truth to learn, but, like you, I have over the years. This line is perfect: “She taught me that loss and love are inseparable and that how I love after an unimaginable loss is just as important, if not more so, than before.”

Annette Marquis's avatar

So, true, Annie. Definitely a hard truth to learn! Sorry you’ve had to learn it too.

Lisa Presley's avatar

Little Kimmy and Mr Bim. Holding them, you, Kim, and Doyce as I move through my day.

Annette Marquis's avatar

Thanks, Lisa. Today is a hard one!