Mourning Hearts

The death of a loved one leaves you with a profound feeling of emptiness. It is an empty place in your heart that you think will never be filled. Eventually, though, your heart is healed, and the sadness and mourning are replaced with acceptance and even the ability to smile and laugh about memories when you think of them. It is such a cliche when people say, "It gets better with time." You never become completely accustomed to being without your loved one, but it does get better, more bearable.

I have heard people speculate over which is more difficult, losing someone who has been ill for a while, or losing someone suddenly, with no warning. My only experience has been with losing people after long illnesses, so I can't really give an opinion. But I think that it is probably just as difficult either way. The best advice I can give is to stay right with your loved ones all the time. No one knows when their time will be, and it's always best to be ready. Do this by telling them that you love them often. Spend as much time with all your loved ones as possible. Don't let relationships fall by the wayside. In short, leave no room for regret.