Understand that you own nothing, everything that surrounds you is temporary, only the love in your heart will last forever.
~ Leon Brown
Having been through a recent death in the family and the subsequent cleaning out of a house, I’ve learned first hand how the above quote resonates in life. For once you pass, none of the physical items you’ve accumulated mean anything to you anymore for you are beyond and not needing them. What is left in this physical world is the reminder of a life well-lived, items to be shared and returned and treasured along with the memories of a loved one who has passed.
What remains though, most importantly, are the memories of your loved one, the love that you shared, the connection that was forged over time and strengthened through moments of kindness, love and friendship. The love that will last forever is the legacy of a life.
It is the impact of your life on others’ lives that remains ~ whatever it may be, however you chose to live, to connect and to be in your own loving heart. I think that may be the question that is given to you at the Pearly Gates. How did you spend your life? Was it helping others? Was it sharing your love? Was it in finding the good, being optimistic and being kind? Did you try to do your best?
It is hard, even knowing a life was well-lived. To say goodbye is not easy. To dismantle a home once filled with love and happy memories makes me feel bereft at times. Perhaps I am too sensitive. Perhaps too much on my plate. Perhaps I feel empathy and sympathy deeper than most. Perhaps…just perhaps.
Happy Monday!
Shine On!
xo
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Feeling a loss like this is not being over sensitive Yvonne. Its because you care and love so much.
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Val xo
Thank you for the hugs Val. Much appreciated and needed. ♥
My heart is with you dear friend!!! Feel what you need to feel…it is better that way. Honor it…don’t question the depth of your heart….I know how deep it is!!! ❤ ❤
As I know your deep, feeling heart as well Lorrie. I hope things are going better for you. I’m here if you need me. ♥ Love your poetry.
Thanks dear friend! I am in a much better place. Some of this poetry is dark…but I traveled through it to the light 😉 I wish the same for you <3. And I am here if you need me…always!!
It is a most difficult task. Good luck.
Thanks Dan, that it is. But one baby step at a time…
So very sorry for your loss. Your beautifully reflective words will touch many… 💗
Many thanks for taking the time to visit and to comment on my blog. I’m so sorry that I just found your comment in my ‘approve’ file which I never knew existed. ♥
I’m with you Yvonne, in heart and spirit…I’m finding it takes a long time to do because of all the memories. Maybe not a bad thing, to pick up an item and be stopped with tears only to find myself smiling a little while later for the memories conjured. It truly is the love that is left that keeps us going, and I’ve found too, that it’s the love that allows us to let go of some of these worldly things, hoping there’s someone out there who’ll make new memories, or just benefit from something obviously loved and taken care of. I don’t know, but it makes it easier to think so. Love you my friend…xoxo
Love you too Rhonda…it is harder when it’s an immediate family member I think, especially your Dad. But to sit with the moment, to remember and then to release the item in order for it to continue to bring joy to someone else or to be used again, makes it all worth-while. Big hugs to you as always. ♥
Thanks Yvonne ♥
So sorry for your loss dear Yvonne.
There are simply no words for when we lose a loved one.
May the good times & memories forever live in your heart.
{Abrazos}
Gracias RoSy ~ I continue to concentrate on the good and move forward…baby steps as always, but they serve me well. ♥ Abrazos
Perhaps you are a loving, kind, gentle soul who has compassion. I hold you in my heart as you process your sadness. You are beautiful. ❤
Brenda, thank you from my heart. I appreciate your visit here as well as your sweet comment. I am trying which I guess is the most I can do at this time. ♥
Yvonne,
The depth of the sorrow that you feel is simply the measure of the love that you have for the loved one lost. Be patient; for sorrow always passes and love always remains.
-Alan
Yes, you are so right Alan…thank you for the gentle reminder. ♥