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Comment by Jessica Berninzon on June 25, 2012 at 9:48am

At some of the darkest moments in my life, some people I thought of as friends deserted me-some because they cared about me and it hurt them to see me in pain; others because I reminded them of their own vulnerability, and that was more than they could handle. But real friends overcame their discomfort and came to sit with me. If they had not words to make me feel better, they sat in silence (much better than saying, "You'll get over it," or "It's not so bad; others have it worse") and I loved them for it. - Harold Kushner, Living a Life that Matters

Comment by Jessica Berninzon on June 25, 2012 at 9:46am

Guilt is perhaps the most painful companion to death.- Elisabeth Kubler-Ross

Comment by Jessica Berninzon on June 25, 2012 at 9:45am

"The reality is that we don't forget, move on, and have closure, but rather we honor, we remember, and incorporate our deceased children and siblings into our lives in a new way. In fact, keeping memories of your loved one alive in your mind and heart is an important part of your healing journey." ~ Harriet Schiff, author of The Bereaved Parent

Comment by Jessica Berninzon on June 25, 2012 at 9:41am

"The bitterest tears shed over graves are for words left unsaid and deeds left undone.