Loss

I lost my dad on Thursday evening and am still reeling from the grief.   I notice that it comes in waves. One moment I'll be fine.  The next moment, I'm overcome with sadness, heaviness and hurt. My lungs feel exposed and there's never enough air to fill them.  I feel each moment fully.  That's all I can do.  A gentle reminder that the human experience is colored with emotions and that we are gifted this body to feel every one of them.  They are not meant to be suppressed, pushed aside or avoided.  Our emotions are a beautiful part of being human and we must allow them to arise.  We must greet them with kindness and compassion.  May those of you who are struggling with loss know that you are not alone.  Be gentle with yourselves.  Embrace each moment for what it is and give yourself the gift of presence.