Every time I hear that sentence or I see it in the written format I ask myself when is that going to be the truth. The truth is, I am alone and it doesn’t seem like that is going to change much in the next few years. I know there are others that are experiencing much the same and the sadness that goes with it but that journey can stop at anytime and let me off the bus.

It is a roller coaster of emotions and some days are better than others. We need to be strong and always remember that no matter what - you are not alone. I lost my wife Debra to a hard-fought battle with cancer. Every day that roller coaster of emotions kicks in and I relieve one or more of the events that took place those last few days.

I have those feelings of guilt where I thought it was to have been me and days where I wished that it had been me. I know that Debra is with me – because I am not alone but its not the same.

Remember that grief exists because love existed first.

As you read this, tell me does it resonate with you?