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Do they know they're loved?

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TheLadyInRed

TheLadyInRed Report 19 Aug 2010 20:56

Today I attended the funeral of a friend who also happened to be a local councillor.
The church was packed - standing room only.
Outside, the council's Enforcement Officers stood in a long line flanking the pavement as mourners gathered. It was an extremely moving sight.
It set me wondering - did she know that she was loved and respected so very much?
I wanted to say to her - look how much people care, love and respect you. But obviously I can't.
It just set me wondering - do we tell people enough when they are alive just how much they mean to us? When they're gone it's too late so give that person a hug, tell them they matter, that you love them and that they've made a difference to your life.
You may not get another chance.

David

David Report 19 Aug 2010 21:09

Apart from family funerals over the last say 20 years all the others Ive attendeded have been for nursing colleagues of my wife and they have all been packed out standing room, even outside only. They are a much respected and loved profession with strong bonds. Yes they are loved and missed.

Researching:
Sometimes nothing is a real cool hand.

PricklyHolly

PricklyHolly Report 19 Aug 2010 21:33

Its a tricky one this one......... but to me, a funeral is not only about celebrating ones life, and mourning ones death, it is also about paying ones respect..........and by the fact that there were so many people to pay theirs, of course she knew just how much she was loved and respected....... sometimes, just sometimes, there are no need for words. xxxxx

Researching:
"If I don't see you through the week.........I will see you through the window". :o))