@Vanaheimr wow 55 is so young to die. That must be tough to cope with.

Some people I know did things to celebrate or memorialize their loved one. I think what that points out is we can start to express the gratitude we feel for their life and celebrate all they gave us. There will be tears but also laughter.

Today I was thinking of part of my life that I can never revisit. But these words came to mind "Those were good times." It seemed so obvious and simple but somehow it started to reassure me. I guess we will have to let go of everything eventually but by expressing appreciation now, I may be ready to face leaving when my time arrives by accepting the good times and the bad. It seems like life is that way.