One year ago my best friend passed away. The last time I walked through these woods, I was with Maisie and Annie and she and I had just finished a phone call. I knew it was bad, but I didn’t know that I would never see or talk to her again. I haven’t been back to these woods since then because they remind me of her.
Today I went back. It was time to see this beautiful place again. This time with Maisie, Annie and Winn. My daughter also came with me and as we walked I was able to breathe the air, smell the leaves and think of my friend and enjoy this place once again.
I’m so thankful for this transformation in my heart. The passage of time helps, but being with my three dogs and my lovely daughter made it easier to venture in and embrace the natural beauty that surrounded us.
Enjoy other pictures of transformation here.
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I’m so sorry about your friend. I understand how hard that can be, to go back to a place that reminds you of her. I bet a tiny bit of her is right there in those woods and I bet she was happy to see you there.
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Thank you. It was very nice to be there again. I was finally ready to face it and I smiled when I thought of her.
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That’s so nice. I’m glad you’re smiling when you think of her. You’re still friends, just in a different way.
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So sorry for the loss of your friend. I hope the memories you shared of the good times has provided some measure of comfort for you. Thinking of you. Happy Thanksgiving.
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Thank you. today was a good day and I’m so thankful for all the special people in my life. Our beautiful walk was a perfect way to start the day. Happy thanksgiving to you!
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My heart just expanded hugely to make room for two wildly different feelings:
Deep sadness for your loss…I can’t even imagine the pain I would feel if I lost my best friend. And
Great joy, that you had your dogs and daughter to share your revisit to with.
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yes, lots of mixed emotions but a very good day. it’s almost impossible to stay sad when I have all of them around me. I hope you had a Happy Thanksgiving!
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A lovely example of an important transformation. Somehow the spirit of our departed loved ones seems to live on in nature.
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