The Gift ©

Time has passed quickly; I cannot slow it down nor can I change what happened. I still don’t understand why. At first it didn’t seem real – more like a bad dream. I was numb as I tried to get on with my life.

Then reality set in and I was drowning in inconsolable grief. Although I was surrounded by people who love me, I was alone. All I could feel was pain and anger. I had trouble remembering the happy times. I felt I had lost the essence of you and all the joy you brought to my life.

As time went on, your spirit grew stronger and won control of my feelings. Gradually I was able to see past my grief and remember all the things that made you so special. Your love of life, your sense of humor, your intelligence, your kindness, your generosity and your unique way of dealing with people and problems – all the wonderful qualities that were so much a part of you came flooding over me. 

You have given me one last and very precious gift that will last forever – the peace that comes with remembering your life and all the happy times we shared as a family. Your wisdom has shown me that the greatest gift I can give to you and to those who love you is to celebrate your life and keep you alive in my heart until we are all together again at the end of time.

Paula W. Hickey

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