A friend texted me recently to ask me what I believe happens at the moment of death. Did I believe in a soul and if so, where did it go? This friend's sister had recently died and my friend had had her hand on her sister's chest when she took her last breath. I took that in for a minute; what a profound experience those sisters had shared. Then I answered my friend with what I think might maybe possibly happen at the moment of death (knowing full well and admitting that of course I know nothing): "I do believe in a soul and though of course I don't know, I imagine it leaving the body fairly swiftly at death and beginning its amazing and unique journey to...to where? To visit people and places it loves, as a way of saying goodbye, then eventually landing in a place of great rest, wholeness, restoration, and reunion with all those who have gone before." (For the record, not all of my text exchanges are this heavy...I can use emojis with the best of them.) What's been your experience with people in your life you've loved and lost? Have you felt a connection after they're gone? Have they come to you in a dream, sent you a message, or have you found a tangible item they've clearly left for you? For me, these past couple of months have been full of stories like this (these are just a few):
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Neoma Lawrenson
11/6/2018 11:03:03 pm
I had never heard " The Parting Glass" before tonight. What a joy to listen to those wonderful words and music. So proud to know you, Emily. Love and Hugs, Neoma
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Emily
11/7/2018 02:38:27 pm
I’m so glad that you enjoyed the music, Neoma, and also that you are one of my living saints. Thanks for your kind note. xoxo
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11/14/2022 11:17:37 am
Should control always few. Everybody north five interview.
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