re: My sister passed about a week ago

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I fricking hate this. I just want my sister back.

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I want my sister back as well. She passed away 54 years last December. I miss her. She was the one person in our family that I always went to for advice about life and love. She helped me get through a broken heart. She was my big sister.

I will see my sister again, and you will see your sister too. But in a beautiful place with no more tears, sorrow, or aching heart.

My sister's legacy to me? Love unconditionally. And, as you said, tell the people close to you that you love them. Remind then constantly of your devotion and love. They need to hear that now, especially now.

My sister was always there for me, for us. So, after her death and a long mourning period, I decided to simply live the remainder of my days in service to my family, wife, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

My granddaughter decided to name my great-grandchild after my sister. And like my sister, my great-granddaughter has a happy disposition and cute giggle. Just like my sister. A happy sister, a happy granddaughter.

Your family needs you, especially your father. Your father needs someone to talk to. Just be there for him; let him pour out all that pain. Cry with him if need be. Yes, cry.

And above all, have faith that you will see your wonderful sister again someday in a happier place.

And one more bit of advice. Reach out to the man upstairs. I did, and it helped me to heal.

Thank you for sharing your heartache with us. Know that I pray for healing in your family, especially for your father. Losing a child is just about the worse experience a parent can go through.