Initially penned 3 years ago; 2 years after my partner's death, this reflection signifies an emerging shift in seeking and attaining Universal truths. Our journey continues.
Simone, I sobbed through your entire article. I lack words, and I'm even a poet. I felt a river of emotions through my chest when reading your ritualistic and esoteric goodbye to a lover. Just my warm wishes and love and gratitude to you.
I felt the same way as Simone. I have never read a more beautiful yet heart wrenching journal of losing a partner. I found you via The Rewind. Much love and gratitude to you on the continued journey. ox
Thank you for sharing your personal story. You are helping people here. I looked at my husband in an even deeper way today after reading this. Sending so much love to you Simone. ox
Dear Simone, like everyone who has read this, I'm deeply, deeply moved by your love, compassion, beauty, warmth, words and wisdom. This is 'the' most beautiful post I've read on Substack. Like Victoria, this poet too has few words but know that my heart, soul, eyes are sending you all the love and light in the world. Sometimes we read something and it changes us, deeply, from the inside out, this is one of those moments. A thousand blessings dear friend, and then a thousand more. ❤️🙏❤️
Hi Deborah, WOW, thank you. I cannot read this piece without crying, and I have just re read it — so am crying. That last night truly was magical, and all I can simply say is that was the hardest thing I will ever have to do in my life. That was the only piece I had written, and a few poems, before I started Substack. I needed to write and I was resisting it because of the pain. And while the writing still brings emotional pain, the posts are about our ongoing connection, and that gift gives me gratitude and impetus to share the messages — of love. I am very touched and grateful that this piece of writing has moved you so deeply. And for you support and love. Thank you, your blessings are received and send back to you 🥰 🙏💜
Simone, I am not certain I will be as magnanimous as you when the time comes. Death is, indeed, intimate, and I don't think I want to share it. But I will give it some thought. Thank you for your words.
Hi Anne, Thank you for your kind words. Please know I am sending you and your husband love. As with so many of us in this community, writing helps me too.💜
This is the most beautiful description of the most wonderful love you clearly shared. It feels sacred and I feel deeply privileged to have read such an intimate account of your final days together. And it gives me so much hope of eternity and the beauty beyond what we see now x
Hi Katie, thank you for your generous and kind thoughts. I am so grateful sharing this has given you hope. My intention in sharing my experiences is with the hope that it helps people who stumble across it, somehow, and to connect with a global community in a safe space. Thank you for being part of this safe space. Have a great day. 🤗💜✍🏻
Oh my word! Thank you so much for sharing this, Simone. It is beautiful!!! Thank you for loving him so well and for walking him home in such a lovely way, with every kiss and every act of service and kindness and love. You brought tears to my eyes!! Not hard to do, mind you, but this was gorgeous. XO
Simone, I sobbed through your entire article. I lack words, and I'm even a poet. I felt a river of emotions through my chest when reading your ritualistic and esoteric goodbye to a lover. Just my warm wishes and love and gratitude to you.
WOW, thank you Victoria, for your kind words and sentiments. Gratitude and love straight back to you.
You are very welcome. I had to subscribe to your beautiful writings after this. You have enriched my day, truly.
And you 💜. So grateful for this inclusive and safe platform for sharing. Thank you
I felt the same way as Simone. I have never read a more beautiful yet heart wrenching journal of losing a partner. I found you via The Rewind. Much love and gratitude to you on the continued journey. ox
Thank you for your kind and generous words Deborah. Love and gratitude back to you.
Thank you for sharing your personal story. You are helping people here. I looked at my husband in an even deeper way today after reading this. Sending so much love to you Simone. ox
PS: it warms my heart that my words may help people 💜🙏🏼
And you 💜
Dear Simone, like everyone who has read this, I'm deeply, deeply moved by your love, compassion, beauty, warmth, words and wisdom. This is 'the' most beautiful post I've read on Substack. Like Victoria, this poet too has few words but know that my heart, soul, eyes are sending you all the love and light in the world. Sometimes we read something and it changes us, deeply, from the inside out, this is one of those moments. A thousand blessings dear friend, and then a thousand more. ❤️🙏❤️
Hi Deborah, WOW, thank you. I cannot read this piece without crying, and I have just re read it — so am crying. That last night truly was magical, and all I can simply say is that was the hardest thing I will ever have to do in my life. That was the only piece I had written, and a few poems, before I started Substack. I needed to write and I was resisting it because of the pain. And while the writing still brings emotional pain, the posts are about our ongoing connection, and that gift gives me gratitude and impetus to share the messages — of love. I am very touched and grateful that this piece of writing has moved you so deeply. And for you support and love. Thank you, your blessings are received and send back to you 🥰 🙏💜
Thank you 💙🙏
This is just mesmerising. Thank you for this window into your journey 🙏
Thank you for your kind words Vicki.
Simone, I am not certain I will be as magnanimous as you when the time comes. Death is, indeed, intimate, and I don't think I want to share it. But I will give it some thought. Thank you for your words.
Hi Anne, Thank you for your kind words. Please know I am sending you and your husband love. As with so many of us in this community, writing helps me too.💜
This is the most beautiful description of the most wonderful love you clearly shared. It feels sacred and I feel deeply privileged to have read such an intimate account of your final days together. And it gives me so much hope of eternity and the beauty beyond what we see now x
Hi Katie, thank you for your generous and kind thoughts. I am so grateful sharing this has given you hope. My intention in sharing my experiences is with the hope that it helps people who stumble across it, somehow, and to connect with a global community in a safe space. Thank you for being part of this safe space. Have a great day. 🤗💜✍🏻
Oh my word! Thank you so much for sharing this, Simone. It is beautiful!!! Thank you for loving him so well and for walking him home in such a lovely way, with every kiss and every act of service and kindness and love. You brought tears to my eyes!! Not hard to do, mind you, but this was gorgeous. XO
Thank you Danielle, your kind words are very much appreciated. 😊