Whenever a friend loses a parent, I grieve for them acutely because I still have mine and I love her so fiercely. I cannot imagine being out with them. I am so sorry.
I am so very sorry. You CAN do this. What you wrote is beautiful and raw and your truth. We are privileged that you shared with us. I will think of your words, “ If only I had known last Christmas was the last, I would t have taken it for granted“ and l will honor you and your Mom this holiday—trying to be more aware and loving.
Whenever a friend loses a parent, I grieve for them acutely because I still have mine and I love her so fiercely. I cannot imagine being out with them. I am so sorry.