I could have missed the PAIN,

But I’d have (had to) miss

the dance

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–But grief is about living.

–Grief involves letting go of someone who has died, but it’s also about holding on and recognizing life, especially your own.

(page 9)

death is…

sunny skies interrupted by clouds of darkness, harsh rain, clearing clouds, sea is calm, then torrid and calm again. The rain is cold and refreshing; warm and piercing.

black, empty and cold.

uninviting, frightening.