Reflections on the inevitability of loss and leaving permeate life. The author connects deeply personal experiences of grief and loss, particularly memories of family and personal milestones. A metaphor of the 'grief ball' illustrates how grief can dominate life but eventually becomes a manageable part of living. Questions arise about societal taboos regarding discussions of death, suggesting a need for open conversations about leaving and the experiences surrounding loss. The author emphasizes the importance of confronting these realities as an integral part of life.
"The absence is a reminder how sometimes people leave far too soon. Sudden, tragic, without warning."
"At first, the grief ball takes up all the room in the house like a giant exercise ball bouncing around, knocking over your furniture and making it hard to breathe."
"If leaving is inevitable, why don't we talk more about the how and when we hope or want to leave?"
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