In Bereavement

She sat there fiddling with her food. Even though she had specifically asked for this dish for breakfast, she was obviously more intent on talking than eating. She pushed the food around in the bowl. Even her drink was untouched.

On and on she spoke. Pouring out her thoughts as they came to mind. She spoke mostly in monotone as she tried to control her emotions. In her quiet, gentle way, she exuded dignity.

But it was only a partial relief to be able to share her frustrations and her sorrow. Later she will have other opportunities to grieve. She will somehow move on from her loss. But it will not be easy. A classic "S" for whom relationships are treasured, this is one loss she will find hard to deal with for some time.

May she find people to come alongside her at this time.