Susan StJames in talking about the loss of her 14 year old son.  She
said she found comfort in these words from another..

"We are not human beings having a spiritual experience; we are
spiritual beings having a human experience."

I do believe this with all my heart and soul.  How else to explain the
presence of Franzi still in my life although his body is not here.  I
miss his physical presence, the warmth, the hugs, but the nearness is
still here.  He is with me when I need him.

Do I cry - of course, when all of a sudden I am overcome with the
realization of the fact I cannot see him or touch him.  That our
togetherness in this environment is finished.  These feelings come out
of nowhere, unsuspected and at times inopportune.  But then I realize
that is not what he wants for me, and I try to pick up my morale and go
on.  (Opertive word here is TRY)

My heart goes out to Fig, and all who have lost loved ones.  It is a
hard row to hoe.  Blessings to you all.